Dianthus knappii
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Common names: CARNATION, PINK
Native to: Western Balkans
Sentiments: dianthus means make haste, pink means pure love
Plant
Type: perennial
Forms: clumping, erect, rosette
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 1.3 feet
Max width: 1.3 feet
Flower
secondary color present, yellow
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species
Plant features: evergreen
Exposure: sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in summer
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F
Water: regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
Dianthus, or PINKS, is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family. There are 442 species in the genus of which 8 are cultivated perennials – arenarius, barbatus, carthusianorum, caryophyllus, deltoids, gratianopolitanus, knappii, and pulmarius. There are also numerous cultivars available such as Telstar, Raspberry Swirl, Pixie Star, and Spangled Star. All require regular watering, grow 1-1 ½ feet tall, and variously thrive in Zones 3-10.
Dianthus attracts: Papilio rutulus, WESTERN TIGER SWALLOWTAIL
