Dianthus x 'Rose Magic'

Carnation

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Common Name: 

Carnation

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

60 cm

Maximum width: 

30 cm

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Description

Sublimely large-budded florets of Dianthus 'Rose Magic' caress the air with sweet fragrance. The sun loving rosy pink and white flowers emerge from a soft bed of glossy, sensual leaves. This small plant makes an inviting impression in a border, and is just perfect for a summertime flower arrangement.

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Blooming

Most Pinks bloom in spring and early summer. Blooms are 1" to 2" in diameter. Removal of the spent flowers will promote new floral blooms.

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Growth

Pinks are easy to grow. They prefer full sun in a cool climate. Most varieties will grow 18" to 24", and if started early will bloom in the first year.

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Planting

Annual Pinks can be sown in flats or directly into the garden via seed. Perennial Pinks can be propagated by making cuttings from the tips of growing shoots and by dividing. Space 10 to 12" apart.

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Pest

Insects and disease are seldom a problem, though some species in this genus are susceptible to rust and Fusarium wilt. Mildew can occur in warm, humid climates.

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Interesting facts

Native mainly to Europe and Asia. The common name Pink likely derives from the color of the bloom. However, there are those that believe that it comes from the earlier use of the word which was to cut in a ruffled pattern with pinking shears as the edges of Pinks are in a zigzag pattern.

Carnation (Dianthus x 'Rose Magic') - Soil and irrigation

Dianthus requires light and fast draining soils. The addition of lime can remedy overly acidic soils. Pinks are sensitive to over watering. In dry periods water once or twice a week.

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