Maiden Pink
Dianthus deltoides
Also listed as Caryophyllus deltoides, Cylichnanthus deltoides
Also known as Meadow Pink
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A low-growing evergreen perennial with fine, needle-like foliage and small pink to red flowers with distinctive dark centers. It forms a dense mat and is excellent for rock gardens, edging, and groundcover in sunny, dry locations.
Why grow it
Maiden Pink is notably more cold-hardy and drought-tolerant than many comparable low-growing Dianthus species, making it suitable for harsher climates and xeriscape settings. Its fine texture and compact habit offer finer detail in rock gardens and borders compared to chunkier sedums or creeping thymes, while its extended flowering period (late spring through summer) provides longer color than many alpine groundcovers.
Watch out for
In poorly drained soils or humid climates, this species is prone to root rot and fungal issues, so site selection and soil amendment are critical to success. Established plants may require modest deadheading to maintain dense growth and prevent leggy, open centers over time.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
Native Range
Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A low-growing evergreen perennial with fine, needle-like foliage and small pink to red flowers with distinctive dark centers. It forms a dense mat and is excellent for rock gardens, edging, and groundcover in sunny, dry locations.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Maiden Pink grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Maiden Pink is notably more cold-hardy and drought-tolerant than many comparable low-growing Dianthus species, making it suitable for harsher climates and xeriscape settings. Its fine texture and compact habit offer finer detail in rock gardens and borders compared to chunkier sedums or creeping thymes, while its extended flowering period (late spring through summer) provides longer color than many alpine groundcovers.
Watch out for
In poorly drained soils or humid climates, this species is prone to root rot and fungal issues, so site selection and soil amendment are critical to success. Established plants may require modest deadheading to maintain dense growth and prevent leggy, open centers over time.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
Native Range
Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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