
Fringed pink
Dianthus superbus
Fringed pink is a charming, fragrant perennial carnation that produces deeply fringed lavender to pink flowers beloved by pollinators including butterflies and moths. Plant it in a sunny to partly shaded spot with well-drained soil, and water regularly without letting roots sit in wet conditions. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering throughout summer, and divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Until The Soil Is Evenly Moist, Then Allow The Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 28, 2019 by Lattanzi Emanuele (cc-by-sa)
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