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dianthus deltoides

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Familycaryophyllaceae

Ordercaryophyllales

Lifespanperennial

Trivial namemaiden pink

Blossom colorpink

Blossom symmetryradial

Inflorescenceindeterminate

Phyllotaxisopposite

Dianthus deltoides, commonly known as maiden pink, is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It is characterized by its small, fragrant, pink flowers with fringed petals that bloom in late spring to early summer. Maiden pink is a low-growing plant that forms dense mats of foliage, making it ideal as ground cover in rock gardens or along pathways. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dianthus deltoides is valued for its charming blooms and is attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Plants in the caryophyllaceae family