Common names:
Carnation
Dianthus
Clove Pink

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Herb/Forb
Life cycle:Biennial
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Soil pH Preferences:Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 10a
Flowers:Fragrant
Blooms on old wood
Flower Color:Pink
Flower Time:Late winter and early spring
Year Round
Uses:Useful for timber production
Suitable for miniature gardens
Wildlife Attractant:Birds
Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances:Fire Resistant
Containers:Prefers to be under-potted
Conservation status:Least Concern (LC)

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