Dianthus plumarius
Grass Pink
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Description:
Grass Pink is a mat-forming, flowering perennial with narrow, grass-like, gray-green leaves. It is covered with fragrant, pink flowers May-July. This plant needs good drainage and air circulation. Use in rock gardens or as an edging plant.
Plant Details:
Other Common Names: Border Pink, Feathered Pink
Plant Type: Flower, Perennial
New Jersey Native: No
Bloom Times: Late Spring to Early Summer, Summer
Bloom Colors: Pink
Deer Resistance: Some
Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: Butterflies
Salt Tolerance: Unknown
Hardiness Zone: 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Physiographic Region: All Regions in NJ
Soil Characteristics
Soil Moisture: Dry
Soil pH: Neutral, Slightly Alkaline
Light Needs of Plant
Optimal Light: Full Sun
Light Range: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs of Plant
Soil Moisture: Dry
Drought Tolerance: Medium
Size and Growth Rate
Height: 1 - 1.5 ft
Spread: 1 - 3 ft
Growth Rate: Medium