Dianthus chinensis
Common Name: China, Indian or Annual pink
Type: Evergreen perennial (short lived, often grown as annual) Family: Caryophyllaceae Hardiness Zone: 7-10 Sunlight: Full sun Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Neutral to slightly alkaline soil containing fine compost Moisture: Well-drained Plant Height x Width: 6-12" x 6-9" Leaf: Tiny ovate green, leaves Flower: Up to 15 single flowers per 3"W cyme. Red, pink, lilac, white or bicolours Bloom Time: Spring Bloom Size: Small Maintenance: Shear after flowering to promote second flush, do not mulch with organics Landscape use: Filler plant, edging in beds Pest and Disease: Prone to crown rot and rust Native Range: China Planting Instructions: Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date, harden off seedlings for 1-2 weeks Propagation: Seed Deer and Rabbit Tolerance: Rabbit tolerant |