Dianthus Flavora Rose Shades forms a beautiful mound of grey-blue foliage about 10-12″ tall. Dark pink, 1/2″ single flowers are held well above the foliage and are quite fragrant. Summer bloomer.

50 seeds

PLANTING

Dianthusgratianoplitanus

Perennial, Zones 4-9

Germination:7-10 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 65-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and lightly cover seeds

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Provide 65-75F soil temperature. Transplant after the last frost, 10-12″ apart.

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sowing is not recommended for flowers in the first season.

Growth Habit:Mounded

Height and Width:10-12″ x 10-12″

Spacing:10-12″ apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Loose, rich, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:Blooms the first season when started early indoors.

Uses:Flower beds, containers, cut flowers,attracts pollinators

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting.Harvest flowers often for bouquets or deadhead for continuous blooms.