Dianthus Deltoides

Botanical Name :Dianthus Deltoides Common Name :Maiden pink Order : Caryophyllales Family : Caryophyllaceae

Origin / Native - Europe, Britain

Height & Spread - 6 to 9 inches, 9 inches wide

Type - Herbaceous perennial plant

Flowering Month - May- June

lowering Season - Spring, summer

Flowers - Bright pink, showy blooms

Foliage - Evergreen, Erect, stiff stems, lance shaped leaves

Light requirement & care - Sunny, open, good, free draining soil

ProPagation - From seeds

Cultivation - Spring- Plant immature stock from pots, Late summer-Remove old flower heads & trim lacking in restraint[unmanageable, unruly] plants

Pests & Diseases - Aphids cause problems, Rust, Anther smut may occur

Suitable for - Borders, pots, containers, rock gardens, cut flowers

Photographs: Sridher Camera: Nikon D40x Location : Bryant Park, Lower Shola Rd, Kodaikanal,Tamil Nadu, India.