Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Dianthus

Species:

Dianthus monspessulanus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best after cold stratification; sow in spring or fall.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash