Dianthus plumarius
COTTAGE PINK, MOSS PINK
Caryophyllaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 7-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind, heavy frost
0.2m
Plant habit
 
0.8m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia

Other Botanical Names:

Other Common Names: Feathered Pink, Wild Pink

 
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Dianthus plumarius
COTTAGE PINK, MOSS PINK
Caryophyllaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial

Hardiness zones: 7-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind, heavy frost
0.2m
Plant habit
 
0.8m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in white, pink, crimson, red, purple, mauve or combinations

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring

Leaves: blue-grey


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits alpine, coastal, cottage, formal & mediterranean designs

Uses: border, informal edging, groundcovers, crevice, between pavers, fire retardant, poolside

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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