A Dianthus series with a wide range of flowers growing best in the cooler temperatures of the growing season.
Pronunciation
(dye-AN-thus)
Plant Type
All Plants, Annuals
Sunlight
full
Moisture
average
Soil & Site
average
Growing Media
patio
Temperature
frost tolerant
Flowers
white, red, violet, salmon, rose, raspberry and bicolor
Dimensions
24 inch tall
Maintenance
After the bloom period the flower stalks are loaded with seed pods and need to be removed. At this time the plant may need to be cut back to insure another bloom period.
Propagation
seeds
Cultivar Origin
Made from a cross between Dianthus barbatus x Chinensis.
Misc Facts
Genus name is derived from Greek Di (of Zeus or Jove) or dios (god or divine) and antho- (flower) components meaning 'Jupiter's flower or divine flower (www.plantlives.com).
Notes & Reference
I have seen this planted listed as an annual, perennials or biennial ?