Cheddar pink or clove pink
Dianthus gratianopolitanus
About
Dianthus gratianopolitanus, commonly known as the Cheddar pink or clove pink, is a species of plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial, hardy to zones 4–8. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 feet, blooming from May to June. Flowers are fragrant and rose pink. Grows best in full sun and has medium water requirements. Overwatering or poor drainage leads to crown rot, and plants do not tolerate wet winter soil conditions.
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
How to use it
The Cheddar pink is not only a beautiful ornamental plant but also serves ecological purposes by attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden. Its fragrant flowers can enhance the sensory experience of any outdoor space, making it a favorite among gardeners looking to create a vibrant and lively environment.
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Gardening tip
When planting Cheddar pink, make sure to choose a spot with full sun and ensure the soil has good drainage. This will help prevent crown rot and keep your plants healthy and blooming beautifully!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Dianthus gratianopolitanus
- Slug
- dianthus-gratianopolitanus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Genus
- Dianthus
- Species
- gratianopolitanus
- Wikidata QID
- Q122778
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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