How do I grow Dianthus?
Dianthus is a genus of flowering plants from Europe and Asia. Most of them are perennial, although several species are annual or two years. All flowers in the genus Dianthus have petals that are disheveled pink or consist of different shades of pink. It is assumed that the word "pink" could be named after these flowers and the correlation can be traced until the 14th century.
Dianthus flowers in most climate are easy to grow and are popular for use in flower beds and rock gardens. Most varieties reach a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 centimeters) with 1-1 ½ inch flowers (2.5 to 3.8 centimeters) in diameter. Dianthus flowers are characterized by their ragged edges, which are often darker colors than the rest of the petal. Popular varieties of plants include Dianthus Caryophyllus or common carnation and Dianthus Barbatus also known as Sweet William.
Prepare Dianthus planting area with a rich, well -drained soil full of sun. Will be prosperovAt a mild climate, but if the weather is too extreme, they can die back or become sick. Mold can become a problem in areas with high humidity. Choose a garden area with good circulation to prevent mold and other diseases in flowers.
Dianthus flowers are most often grown from seeds, but can also be promoted from cuttings. If it grows from seeds, place directly in the garden for the middle spring as soon as the Earth has begun to warm up and there is no chance of frost. Place the seeds approximately 10-12 inches (25-30 centimeters) apart and lightly cover with rich soil. Seeds can also be started inside six to eight weeks before the last frost.
If it grows from cuttings, take them as soon as the first flowering and trim all the lower leaves with sharp scissors or pruning the scissors. Immerse cutting into a hormone rooted powder and place in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and perlite. Water thoroughly and uPlace a pot into a sunny area with good circulation. Once the new roots are visible through the lower part of the pot, the plant directly into the garden, located about 10-12 inches (25-30 centimeters) apart.
Once the seeds or cuttings are planted, water the area thoroughly and continue water once or twice a week. If the area is very dry, water more often, but not through water. Before re -irrigation, make sure that the soil is completely dry by inserting the finger into the second joint into the soil. If no moisture is felt, water thoroughly.
Flower fertilization of Dianthus with college fertilizer once a month during the growing season to form the best flowers. Once the flowers died in the fall, trim the stems down to the ground level. Plants will grow next year if they are permanent. Annuals will have to be replaced every year as Necessary. If insects or disease becomes a problem, the treatment of plants with a suitable fungicide or insecticide at the first symptom of infestation orinfection.