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Dianthus giganteus

Dianthus giganteus

This bud struck me as a fine model of a retro space capsule

Family caryophyllaceae

Life cycle perennial

Flowers deep pink (summer)

Size 3'

Light sun-part shade

Cultural notes well-drained soil

From seed germinate at room temperature
detailed seed-starting info below

Seed ripens mid-July

Carnation-like flowers on wiry stems above foliage. Not a shocker, but a charming effect.

In our garden, this plant grows in the following area: rock garden

Seed for this plant is included on my seed trade list

About my plant portraits
PlantLinks to other web pages about Dianthus giganteus

Some particularly helpful links to other websites

Point phillip perennials

photos and some info

Seed-starting details for this plant

Seed from HPS/MAG '03/'04 exchange. Baggy 70F (53%G, 4-7d). Problems with damp-off after germination.
Seed from '07 garden. Baggy 70F (50%G, 4d)

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