DIANTHUS plumarius (Cottage Pinks)
20 inches’ tall perennial having combination of dark to light pink flowers with dark centers produce beautiful look and fragrance in the gardens. They bloom from late May to July under full sun and average moisture. Having height of 12 to 20 inches they just look like fairies standing in the garden. Well drained soil makes them to grow readily with the pollination through insects.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 11,250 | 166 |
| 1OZ | 22,500 | 331 |
| 1/4LB | 90,000 | 1,325 |
| 1/2LB | 180,000 | 2,650 |
| 1LB | 360,000 | 5,300 |
| 5LB | 1,800,000 | 26,500 |
Scientific Name: Dianthus Plumarius
Common Name: Cottage Pinks, Garden Pinks, Wild Pinks
Plant Type: Perennial
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Native Range: Austria, Croatia, Slovenia
Full Growth Height: 12-20 inches
Spread: 1-2 ft
Zone: 4 to 9
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: May to August
Attracts: Humming Birds, Butterflies, Bees
Flower: Cut Flower, Fragrant, Wheel Shape
Flower Color: Mixed (White, Pink, Red)
Resistant: Deer, Poor Soil
Water Requirement: Medium
Soil Type: Well-drained, Sand, Loam, Clay
Soil pH: Neutral
Garden Uses: Butterfly Gardens, Children Gardens, Pollinator Garden