Dianthus deltoides Seeds (Maiden Pink)
Dianthus deltoides, commonly called Maiden Pink, is a low-growing perennial. It exhibits slender, lance-shaped, gray-green leaves and produces petite, pink to white, deeply notched flowers with a delightful fragrance. Mature plants typically reach a height of 6-12 inches and form dense clumps. Maiden Pink is adaptable to USDA hardiness zones 3-9, thriving in well-drained soil and full sun. Gardeners can easily propagate this species from Dianthus deltoides seeds, making it a popular choice for ground covers, rock gardens, and edging, where it adds a splash of color and a charming fragrance to the landscape.
Growing Dianthus deltoides from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Medium
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Suitable climates: Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Humid Subtropical, Tropical Wet, Tropical Wet & Dry
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Pink
Germinating Maiden Pink Flower Seeds
To germinate Dianthus deltoides seeds, sow them on well-drained soil in early spring or late summer. Lightly cover the seeds, keep the soil consistently moist, and provide full sunlight. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days.
We source all of our Dianthus deltoides seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Maiden Pink seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Maiden Pink seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Dianthus deltoides seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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