DIANTHUS

From: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Date: July 20, 2003| Author: MARYALCIE KOEHNE | Copyright information

DIANTHUS

Sunday, July 20, 2003

Common name: Gilly flower, Sweet William, Pinks, Sops and Wine, Sweet John

Description: Popular because of their long bloom period, dianthus are old-fashioned flowers that may be white, bicolor or shades of pink ranging from palest tints to scarlet. In the genus are annuals, biennials and perennials, which can cause some confusion if gardeners think they've planted perennials but planted annuals instead. Low- growing pinks are good choices fo...

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