Dianthus deltoides

Dianthus deltoides is native to Europe and Western Asia. It is a herbaceous perennial. It is an evergreen plant. It is part of the Caryophyllaceae family of plants. It is also called the Maiden Pink. Dianthus deltoides is to care for. It can grow to about 30cm or 12in tall. The foliage is narrow and bright green. Dianthus deltoides create a matt of green which during summer gets covered with a profusion of flower and color.

Dianthus deltoides flowers in the summer. It produces clusters of fringed flowers in shades of white, pink, or red. They appear on flowering stems. Grow Dianthus deltoides in the sun. Plant it in moist but well-drained soil, neutral to alkaline. Deadhead the flowers for more flowers. Propagate Dianthus deltoides by seed. Prune back a bit after flowering for a better appearance.

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