Dianthus simulans
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An evergreen perennial which forms low cushions to 5cm tall, of grey-green narrow leaves. In spring and summer it has lots of pink flowers with five toothed petals
Scientific classification
- Species
- Dianthus simulans (Dianthus simulans)
- Genus
- Dianthus
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- Up to 10 cm
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Tufted · Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Dianthus simulans
Distribution map
Bulgaria to Northeastern Greece
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Dianthus simulans
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Dianthus simulans care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in spring, or by softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained soil, ideally slightly alkaline, in good light
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust, a virus and fusarium wilt
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and aphids
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