Dianthus x 'Wp08 Nik03'
Common Name(s):
Dianthus Early Bird� Sherbet
Border Pinks
Synonym:
Cheddar Pinks
Flower:
Pink
Blooms :
May
to:
Sep
Double, fringed/frilly petals resembling minature carnations
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
YES
Family:
Caryophyllaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Foliage:
Gray-Green
Linear to lanceolate grass like leaves, opposite
Fall Color?
YES
Grey green evergreen foliage
Evergreen
Photo by:
Heading 6
Grey green foliage
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
Hybrid
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
5
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
4-6"
Spread:
4-8"
Growth Rate:
Medium
Native Habitat:
Dry open habitats
Soil:
Regular to poor, sandy, or gravelly soils; well-drained, neutral
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Moderate fertilization with a well balaned slow-release is best
Mulch:
Shredded leaves or bark mulch, gravel aroung crown
Give full sun, keep soil consistently moist, apply a balanced slow release fertilizer in early spring, do regular deadheaading
Long Term:
Winter:
Ensure well-drainage conditions, apply 2-3" of mulch (bark or leaves ) around base to insulate roots
Spring:
Gently remove old foliage and dead or damaged stems, provide sun and good drainage, apply a blaanced slow release or an organic granular fertilizer, water only if dry, lightly trim back stems after first bloom to encourage a bushier habit
Summer:
Full sun, regular watering, remove spent flowers, monitor for insects
Fall:
Minimal care needed, maintain dry, well-drained conditions to prevent root rot, trim back spent blooms
General Care Comments:
Give full sun, well-drained soil, moderate water, regular deadheading, pruning after first bloom, apply slow release fertilizer in early spring
Common Problems
Excess moisture, poor soil, insufficient sunlight
Diseases:
Powdery mildew, rust, virus, Fusarium root rot
Insects:
Aphids
Environmental Problems:
Can be an allergen
Pests:
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