Botanical Name: Dianthus species
Common Name: Dianthus Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Habit of Growth: Overall Shape clumping, upright herbaceous perennial with blue-green foliage and long, slender stems; various sizes available Height to 3' Spread to 3' Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoor full sun Soil prefers a light, well-drained soil Hardiness hardy – Zones 1-24 Morphology: Leaves blue-green, linear to lanceolate, 2-3" long, alternate, usually reflexed Flowers terminal, usually double flowers in pink, white, red or violet, to 3" across – very fragrant Fruit 4-valved capsule Propagation: stem cuttings, division Usage: good facer plant or filler for perennial borders, good in cottage gardens, cutting beds or mixed with other perennials; excellent cut flower for color and fragrance Landscape Care: Watering average watering; tolerates somewhat dry conditions well Fertilizing slow-release, balanced fertilizer in spring Pruning dead-head frequently; can be headed hard in fall Pests/Diseases rust, fusarium wilt Special Conditions/Other discard wilt-infected plants Origin: Southern Europe Family: Caryophyllaceae Notes: |
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