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Pink - Fringed 'Crimsonia
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Pink - Fringed 'Crimsonia

Dianthus superbus
Crimsonia is a rare fringed pink with cherry red flowers made even more vibrant with the fuchsia centers. Grow in masses in well-drained garden edges and containers, where the fragrant blossoms can be appreciated up close.
SKU #S041
$3.25
Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
315
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
3,
4,
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Mature Size
1.5-2' h x 1.5' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained, neutral to alkaline pH
Season
Spring to summer
Color
Red with magenta ring
Features
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
1/16"
Sprout Time:
14-21 days
Starting Indoors:
6-8 weeks before last frost, sow in seed starting mix, covering containers with humidity dome to retain moisture. Keep at 65-70°F and remove covering once germinating.
Starting Outdoors:
Sow spring to mid-summer for blooms the following year.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
In spring after all danger of frost has passed.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Sweetly scented fringed pinks are classic cottage garden flowers, gracing gardens since the early 1800s, always valued for their edible flowers and sweet clove scent. Perfect along border edges where the delicate blooms can be enjoyed up close. Their interesting delicate fringed flowers bloom at the ends of the wiry stems and attract butterflies and bees. Best in fertile, well-drained, even gritty soils. Allow to self-sow to keep a continual supply of these lovely antique flowers.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Water regularly during first growing season, about 1" per week, watering mornings only. Once established water during especially prolonged dry periods. Avoid overwatering and saturated soils.
Soil pH:
Tolerates most soil pH levels, but neutral to alkaline is preferred. If soil is particularly acidic, apply a handful of lime when planting.
Fertilizer:
Apply a low-nitrogen granular, organic fertilizer or 2" of compost in springtime.
Diseases & Pests:
Leaf spots can mar the leaves of Dianthus. Space well apart for good air circulation. Avoid heavy wet soils that will promote crown rots.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest when two flowers are open on the spray.