Botanical Name: Dianthus chinensis
Common Name: Chinese pink Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape dense, sprawling plant, usually dome-like, covered with bright flowers - usually not highly fragrant Height 1' - 1 1/2' Spread 2' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun Soil requires a well-drained soil Hardiness hardy - all zones Morphology: Leaves 1"-3" long, narrow, linear to lanceolate, 1/4" wide, frequently hairy on margins Flowers flattened, fringed flowers in groupings - usually multi- colored with dark eye Fruit small 4-valved capsule Propagation: seed, division Usage: in borders, warm sunny beds, usually used as a facer plant for spring color; also good in raised beds or containers Landscape Care: Watering needs regular water but demands good drainage - avoid overwatering Fertilizing balanced, half-strength, monthly Pruning shear off spent blooms occasionally Pests/Diseases fusarium wilt, rust Special Conditions/Other usually short-lived as a perennial Central to East Origin: China Family: Caryophyllaceae Notes: |
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