Maiden Pink

Common Name: 
Maiden Pink
Scientific Name Genus: 
Dianthus
Family Name: 
Caryophyllaceae
Identification Notes
Growth Habit
mat-forming, dense, trailing, foliage to 6 inches.
Leaves
opposite, linear to linear-lanceolate or oblanceolate, glaucous, bases sheath stem.
Flowers
stalks 4-10 inches tall several per stalk, to 1 inch across, 5 petals, toothes, red, rose, pink or white, fragrant
Maiden Pink Flower
Propagation Method
seed, division.
Varieties or Cultivars
Maiden Pink 'Arctic fire'
Maiden Pink 'Arctic fire'
Landscape Uses
rock and wall gardens; edging; groundcover.