Species pink
pink flowers with white-pink center and light-purple stamens

pink

Dianthus 'Kahori'

Dianthus 'Kahori' is a beautiful perennial that produces stunning, deep pink flowers. It can be grown in borders or containers, and its extraordinary colour adds vibrant interest to any garden. The flower clusters attract butterflies and beneficial insects while providing stunning beauty to any garden. The long-lasting, fragrant blooms are ideal for cut flower arrangements. Dianthus 'Kahori' is also drought-tolerant, has a long bloom time, and is relatively low-maintenance. Its unique color and fragrance make it an excellent choice for any garden, and its impact on the environment is impressive.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Rosy pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Pink Dianthus 'Kahori' should be watered deeply but infrequently. Allow the topsoil to dry out before watering to a depth of 6 inches in the cooler months, and 8-12 inches in the warm months. Water in the late afternoon or early evening to minimize evaporation. During hot weather, water your pink Dianthus twice a week to keep the soil and foliage moist. Make sure the water has time to reach the roots, and never let the plant sit in water. To prevent diseases, it is best to avoid wetting the leaves when watering.

sunlight

Pink (Dianthus 'Kahori') plants should be grown in full sun to achieve the best flower production. For optimal growth, they should receive 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day. They do not tolerate heavy shade, so they should be planted in an area that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day. The best time of day for them to receive sunlight would be during the early morning and late afternoon, as the strength of the sun's rays is less intense during this time. When temperatures are high, move plants to a partially shaded area to protect them from getting too much sunlight.

pruning

For the pink Dianthus 'Kahori' plant, it is generally recommended that it be pruned once a year, in late spring, when new buds begin to form on the stems. To begin, remove any stems that have been damaged due to frost or disease. Additionally, thin out any overgrown plants. This will allow the healthy stems to remain stronger and produce more flowers. If the plant has not flowered, it can be cut back to almost ground-level to encourage a stronger bloom in the upcoming year. Once the plants have flowered or the majority of the stems have grown to their desired height, selectively remove the flowers that have already bloomed and pinch off any buds that are beginning to form. After pruning, you should fertilize the soil with a balanced organic fertilizer that is appropriate for the pink Dianthus 'Kahori' plant.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Dianthus 'Kahori' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Dianthus 'Kahori' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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