The dianthus genus contains over three hundred species of perennials, biennials, and annuals.
These species are native throughout Europe, Asia, US, and Japan. The dianthus family has
more than ten thousand cultivars of different flower forms and uses.
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Dianthus Growing Tips
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- Plant in a well-drained soil that is within a pH of 6.5 - 8.0.
- Planting location should be in full sun.
- Enrich soils light in organic matter with compost or like additive.
- Use dolomitic lime to raise the pH of acidic soils
- Mulch plants if desired.
- In containers use a balance loam or add sand to store bought mixes for better drainage.
- Place plant in ground at the same level as it was in its pot, planting too deep can lead to
crown rot and eventual death of the plant.
- Trim plants back after blooming halts to encourage a later set of blooms.
- Fertilize in fall with compost or granular fertilizer.
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