Dianthus chinensis 'First Love'
China Pink
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China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - Description
Unique flower color patterns add interest to gardens, Dianthus chinensis 'First Love' produces many flowers that range from blush pink to dark pink with all the colors in between adorning the plants simultaneously. This Dianthus has strong, full plants that quickly fill the garden bed with a carpet of darling 1" blooms with overlapping petals. Untouched by summer's heat, humidity or rain, the self-cleaning plants require no special care to look their best.
China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - 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.
China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - 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.
China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - 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.
China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - 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.
China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - 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.
China Pink (Dianthus chinensis 'First Love') - 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.
