🌿 Dianthus
Dianthus chinensis
A charming cool-season annual with fringed, spice-scented blooms in shades of pink, red, and white — a classic pick for South Florida winter color.
🌿 Annual in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Native to Europe and Asia
☀️ Light: Full sun, 6+ hours daily
💧 Water: Moderate; avoid soggy soil
📏 Size: Matures to 8-12 in tall in a mounding habit
🌸 Bloom Time: Blooms October through May in South Florida
🌱 Landscape Use: Excellent for beds, borders, and containers
🐾 Pet & Child Friendly: Safe for dogs, cats and children
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend soil and feed with Espoma Flower-Tone for nonstop fringed blooms.