China Pinks (Dianthus Chinensis Holborn Glory) 150 seeds (#1764)

Biennial flower 50 cm high, with two-colored flowers gathered in canopy-shaped inflorescences. Center of a single white flower with a purple ring.
Blooms from June to August.
Excellent plant for the rock and small mixed gardens, pots. Cut flowers.
Approximately 150 seeds in 0,5g packet.

Genus - Dianthus
Species - Chinensis
Variety - Holborn Glory
Common name - China Pinks
Pre-Treatment - Not-required
Hardiness zones - 3 - 10
Height - 0,50 m
Spread - 0,30 m
Plant type - Biennial flower
Exposure - Full Sun, partial shade
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Mildly acidic - Neutral (pH 6-7.5)
Soil type - Rich, moist, well drained
Water requirements - Average
Landscape uses - Ideal for the fragrant garden, containers or groundcover
Bloom season - June - August
Leaf / Flower color - Green / White-purple red

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
Sow indoors from May or directly in to the soil in June.
A warm kitchen windowsill is all you need for starting these seeds. Sow 2-3 mm deep in trays of compost.
Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of +16-+18C is ideal. Keep moist.
Seedlings usually appear in 10-20 days.