| Cheddar Pinks | |
| Dianthus |
| Plant Habit: | Shrub |
| Life cycle: | Other |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 11 +4.4 °C (40 °F) to +7.2 °C (50 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 5b |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color |
| Flowers: | Inconspicuous Blooms on new wood |
| Flower Color: | Bi-Color |
| Flower Time: | Late summer or early fall |
| Underground structures: | Corm |
| Suitable Locations: | Beach Front |
| Uses: | Dye production Cut Flower Will Naturalize |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Other Beneficial Insects |
| Resistances: | Powdery Mildew Gophers/Voles |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Root |
| Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots Not suitable for containers |
| Conservation status: | Critically Endangered (CR) |
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