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Pink 'Mrs. Sinkins' - S1
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Pink 'Mrs. Sinkins'

Dianthus hyb.
As related by Roy Genders, this esteemed pink was raised in 1868 by a Mr. Sinkins, Master of Slough Workhouse; it was chosen to embellish the Arms of the Borough of Slough. Silvery grassy foliage and highly-scented white flowers combine well with lavender in well-drained, alkaline soils.
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Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Mature Size
1' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Rich, well-drained, neutral to alkaline pH
Season
Spring to summer
Color
White
Features
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
A late spring to early summer bloomer, this plant can be set in the ground in spring when there is still the possibility for a light frost, up until early summer. It can also be planted in early autumn.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Pink's ruffled blooms are fragrant with the spicy scent of cloves and bring us back to a time when fragrance, above all else, was treasured. Best crowding border edges and well-drained rock gardens, where it attracts butterflies and bees. If mulching to suppress weeds, use a layer of fine gravel. Deadhead regularly or shear after bloom in summer. Prune any winter-killed stems as growth resumes in spring and divide every two-three years to renew vigor—in early spring for zones 3-6 or fall in zones 7-9.
Final Spacing:
9"
Water Requirements:
Low 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 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 and apply organic fungicides if disease is present.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest when two flowers are open on the spray.