Maiden Pinks

Scientific Name: Dianthus deltoides

Common Name: Maiden Pink

Hardiness Zone: 4a - 7b

Hardiness Degree:  -30°F (-34.4°C)

Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer

Plant Habit: Low-growing, spreading

Characteristics: Maiden Pink is a perennial ground cover prized for its charming, pink, white, or red flowers and compact, mounding habit. The flowers have fringed petals and a delicate fragrance, attracting butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. This variety forms a dense mat of evergreen foliage, making it ideal for rock gardens, borders, or along pathways.

Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during periods of drought.

Fertilize: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth appears.

Spacing: 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) apart

Height: 6-8 inches (15-20 cm)

Width: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade, prefers well-drained soil.

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