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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil pH Preferences: Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Plant Height: 18-24 inches
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Uses: Cut Flower
Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger

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Common names
  • Carnation
  • Dianthus
  • Clove Pink

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