Pink | |
Dianthus |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Dry |
Soil pH Preferences: | Extremely acid (3.5 – 4.4) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 3 |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color |
Flowers: | Blooms on new wood Other |
Flower Color: | Blue |
Flower Size: | 4"-5" |
Flower Time: | Late fall or early winter |
Uses: | Erosion control |
Resistances: | Pollution |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Prefers to be under-potted Not suitable for containers |
Awards and Recognitions: | AAS (All-America Selection®) |
Conservation status: | Critically Endangered (CR) |
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