Dianthus 'Oscar Red' - Perennial Pink
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Perennial carnation
Scientific name: Dianthus armeria 'Oscar Red'
Flower color: Bright red
Mature height: 30–40 cm
Mature width: 20–30 cm
Habit: Upright and bushy
Flowering period: Summer to autumn
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Moderate, prefers dry soils
Soil type: Well-drained, poor to average
Hardiness zone: Zones 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: No toxicity
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✂️ Care
Very easy to grow and low-maintenance. Regularly remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and encourage continuous production of vibrant flowers.
Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact and bushy shape.
Apply a light mulch at the base to improve drainage. Minimal intervention required once the plant is established.