Dianthus deltoides – Maiden Pink
Planted in 2005 under the pine, at edge of drive on hill.
Bloom Time:
Mid Summer
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Genus: Dianthus
Species: deltoides
Type: Perennial
Height: under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 3a to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color: Pink Red White/Near White
Foliage: Evergreen
Soil pH from: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Soil pH to: 8.6 to 9.0 (highly alkaline)
Propagation Methods: By dividing the rootball From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse From seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed: Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Otherdetails: Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Planted: 2005
Updated: 2008
