Dianthus alpina

Morphological characteristics of Dianthus alpina: Dianthus, a short perennial herb, is 5 ~ 10 cm tall. The leaves are green, shiny and blunt; Basal leaves are linear-lanceolate, with narrow base and fine teeth; Cauline leaves 2 ~ 5 pairs. Flowers are solitary, with a diameter of 5 ~ 6 cm, pink, purple throat with white spots and rings, and no fragrance; The flowering period is from July to September. Growth habit: Perennial Dianthus likes a cool and slightly humid environment, and sandy soil is the best soil, so poor drainage is avoided. Sow in the open field in spring or autumn. Sow in cold bed or hotbed in cold areas in spring and autumn. Seedlings are usually planted after secondary transplantation. Multiplication of ramets is mostly carried out in April. Garden use: Dianthus caryophyllus can be used for the cultivation of flower beds and flower borders, and can also be used as a low-type and clustered species of cut flowers. It is also a suitable material for arranging rock gardens and edging.
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