How to tend a Dianthus gratianopolitanus

Also known as: Dianthus caesius Sm., Dianthus flaccidus Fieber, Silene caesia (Sm.) E.H.L.Krause, Dianthus caesius subsp. adscendens Gaudin, Dianthus caesius subsp. montanus Gaudin, Dianthus caesius var. nanus Gaudin

Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry, half dormant in summer, reduce water and fertilization

Sunlight

Likes adequate sunshine, half dormant in summer, put in places with scattered light

Soil

Peat or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly in spring and autumn

Pruning

Remove old, diseased and dead leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Caryophyllaceae, Dianthus
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height ≥ 10 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period May-September, viewing period 2-3 weeks
Flower colors
light purple
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