Dianthus haemalocalyx (Pinks)
Botanical Information
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Species | haemalocalyx |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | Greece and Albania. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 5 cm |
| Spread | 20 cm |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | This is a low growing and spreading specimen that can reach up to 50 cm in height. |
| Landscape | Works well as a low growing ground cover. |
| Notable Specimens | A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Dianthus haemalocalyx can tolerate cold and exposed locations with heavy clay soils. |
Photographs
Dianthus haemalocalyx subsp. pindicola