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  • Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags
  • Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags
  • Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags
  • Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags

Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags

No.A116
High germination cottage pink seeds produce fringed scented pink blooms. Cold-hardy dianthus for border edging, rock gardens and pots, low maintenance for new gardeners.
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  • Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags
  • Cottage Pink seeds 50seeds/bags

Description



Our high-quality Cottage Pink seeds deliver stable germination rate and compact mounding growth. Botanically Dianthus plumarius, Cottage Pink is a traditional heirloom perennial famous for deeply fringed soft pink petals and distinctive spicy clove fragrance. Its slender blue-green evergreen leaves form neat low clumps, keeping tidy foliage appeal all year round.
Highly frost-resistant, this dianthus blooms heavily from late spring to early summer, and repeat flowering can be achieved by deadheading wilted blossoms. It is widely used for cottage garden styling, front border edging, rockery crevice planting, stone path lining and container potted decoration. Cottage Pink thrives in loose, well-drained slightly alkaline soil and suffers easily from root rot under waterlogged conditions. Only moderate watering and regular trimming of spent blooms are required, making it an ideal hassle-free option for landscape arrangement and beginner gardening.

Planting Instructions

  1. Soil Preparation: Use loose, breathable, well-drained slightly alkaline loam soil. Add sand and compost to heavy clay soil to improve drainage performance.
  2. Sowing Method: Distribute fine seeds evenly on soil surface, cover with an ultra-thin 0.3cm soil layer; proper light exposure boosts germination efficiency.
  3. Germination Condition: Keep topsoil slightly moist without standing water, maintain constant temperature 15–22°C, seeds sprout within 8–15 days.
  4. Seedling Care: Thin dense seedlings to guarantee airflow and growing room; full sunlight promotes thicker clumps and more flower buds.
  5. Daily Maintenance: Water only after topsoil fully dries; remove faded flower stems continuously to stimulate secondary blooming, maintain good ventilation to prevent powdery mildew.

Specification

  • Plant Name: Cottage Pink
  • Botanical Name: Dianthus plumarius
  • Plant Type: Cold Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
  • Mature Height: 15–30 cm
  • Blooming Period: Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Germination Temperature: 15–22°C
  • Growing Temperature: -20°C ~ 26°C
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun
  • Soil: Slightly alkaline, fertile well-drained loam soil
  • Planting Difficulty: Easy
  • Core Features: Fringed pink fragrant flowers, evergreen blue-green foliage, strong frost resistance, dwarf clumping habit, excellent for edging and rock gardens

FAQ

Q1: Can Cottage Pink survive cold freezing winter outdoors?
A1: Yes, it features outstanding winter hardiness and can endure low temperature down to -20°C safely.
Q2: Does Cottage Pink have noticeable fragrance?
A2: Fully bloomed flowers emit a pleasant clove-like spicy scent, which is its core highlight.
Q3: What causes powdery mildew on leaves?
A3: Excessive humidity and poor air circulation trigger fungal diseases. Avoid overhead watering and keep proper planting spacing.
Q4: Is it suitable for lining garden walkways?
A4: Perfect choice for path edging with its short compact growth and long-lasting flowering display.
Q5: Is it easy to grow for amateur gardeners?
A5: Very beginner-friendly with high germination rate, strong adaptability and simple daily management.

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