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Dianthus haematocalyx Caryophyllaceae

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

Se Europe

Biocultural value

Dianthus is a Greek name meaning divine flower or flower of the gods.

Location

Heasley Rock Garden

Source of plant

Siskiyou Rare Plant Nursery

Description

A cushion of grey-green sharply pointed foliage. Small culsters of brilliant rose, yellow-backed flowers summer into autumn.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5