| Cultivation:
Dianthus Melody Pink is a tall variety that was
specifically breed for use as a cut flower. Its deeply serrated
petals are about 1" round. It tolerates cool spring
temperatures as well as summers heat. Melody Pink can be grown in
beds but performs best in containers.
Plant Dianthus Melody Pink in full sun to light shade in fertile well drained soil.
Poor drainage is most often the cause of plant failure. Space
plants 8" to 10" apart. Feed every
two weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
The
experts say that you should not mulch Dianthus with wood
chips or any organic mulching as it tends to transmit funguses to
the plant.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Rare.
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