Dianthus Mountain MistDianthus

Name:Dianthus Mountain Mist
科:石竹科
Family:Caryophyllaceae
属:石竹属
common name:Dianthus
introduce:Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Missouri Native: No
Native Range: None
Height: 0.75 to 1 foot
Spread: 0.75 to 1 foot
Bloom Time: May - June  
Bloom Color: Smoky pink
Sun: Full sun (only)
Water: Medium moisture
Maintenance: Low

General Culture:

Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers fertile, slightly alkaline soils. Space plants 9-12" apart to promote good air circulation. Remove spent flowers to prolong bloom period.

Noteworthy Characteristics:

This hybrid dianthus is a compact, vigorous, clump-forming plant which features numerous, single, fringed, scented, smoky pink flowers on stems typically rising 10-12" tall in spring. May repeat bloom in autumn. Foliage consists of vigorous tufts of narrow, linear, silvery-blue leaves which remain attractive throughout the growing season.

Problems:

No serious insect or disease problems. Leaf spots can be a problem in humid conditions where plants are crowded. Crown rot may occur in wet, poorly-drained soil conditions.

Uses:

Rock gardens, border fronts or edgings.