Sweet William Dianthus Cherry Burst = 'Wp19 Mou01' (p)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

ABOUT

Dianthus Cherry Burst, also commonly known as Carnation, is a vibrant flowering plant known for its striking blossoms. The flowers exhibit a cheerful cherry red color with contrasting light pink to white fringes, producing a burst-like effect that gives this cultivar its name. Each bloom typically consists of a dense cluster of frilled petals, which create a full and textured appearance that is visually delightful. The petals form a pattern that resembles a ruffled skirt, adding to the plant's ornamental appeal. The foliage of the Carnation is a crisp, blue-green color, which forms a lush, dense mat beneath the bright blooms. This foliage often has a narrow, grass-like shape that remains evergreen, providing year-round color. The overall visual impression of the Dianthus Cherry Burst is one of bold and cheerful color contrast, set against a backdrop of dense, verdant foliage.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Caryophyllaceae
- Synonyms
  Cherry Burst Dianthus, Cherry Burst Pink
- Common names
  Dianthus Cherry Burst = 'Wp19 Mou01' (p).
Toxicity
- To humans
  Dianthus Cherry Burst, commonly known as pinks, is not known to be toxic to humans. These plants are generally considered safe and there are no well-documented cases of poisoning from ingesting them. Consequently, if ingested, pinks are unlikely to cause any symptoms of poisoning or adverse health consequences in humans.
- To pets
  Dianthus Cherry Burst, commonly known as pinks, is also not considered to be toxic to pets. It should not cause any symptoms of poisoning if ingested by pets such as dogs and cats. Therefore, pinks are presumed to be safe and should not lead to any significant toxicity or harmful consequences for pets if they consume any part of the plant.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Evergreen
- Color of leaves
  Blue-green
- Flower color
  Pink
- Height
  0.5 feet [15 cm]
- Spread
  1 feet [30 cm]
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  5
- Native area
  Europe

Benefits

General Benefits
- Attractive Blooms: Dianthus Cherry Burst produces vibrant pink flowers with a unique pattern, adding color and visual interest to gardens and landscapes.
- Long Flowering Season: It has an extended blooming period, typically from late spring to early fall, providing a long-lasting display of flowers.
- Drought Tolerance: Once established, Dianthus Cherry Burst can tolerate periods of dry conditions, making it suitable for water-wise gardens.
- Low Maintenance: This plant is known to be low-maintenance, requiring minimal care to thrive, making it ideal for busy gardeners.
- Fragrance: The flowers of Dianthus Cherry Burst have a pleasant scent that can add a fragrant dimension to outdoor spaces.
- Cold Hardy: It is capable of withstanding cooler temperatures, making it a suitable choice for a variety of climates.
- Pollinator Friendly: The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting local ecosystems.
- Cut Flowers: The blooms make excellent cut flowers for indoor arrangements due to their beauty and longevity.
- Edging and Borders: Because of its compact growth habit, Dianthus Cherry Burst serves well as an edging plant or for creating borders in garden beds.
- Container Gardening: It can be successfully grown in containers, allowing for garden aesthetics even in limited spaces like balconies and patios.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Edible Garnish: The petals of the Carnation can be used to add a pop of color and a mildly spicy flavor to salads, desserts, and drinks.
- Natural Dye: Carnation petals can be used to produce a light red or pink dye for fabrics or in art projects.
- Bookmarks: Dried Carnation flowers make delicate and fragrant bookmarks that can add a personal touch to any book gift.
- Crafting Potpourris: The dried petals can be mixed with other dried plants and essential oils to create pleasant-smelling potpourris.
- Floral Waters: Distilling Carnation petals can produce a lightly fragrant floral water suitable for freshening linens or as a skin toner.
- Flower Confetti: Dried petals of Carnations can be used as biodegradable confetti for weddings or other celebrations.
- Herbarium Specimens: Carnation flowers can be pressed and preserved for botanical studies or as a hobby for making herbarium collections.
- Candle Decoration: Fresh or dried Carnation petals can be used to decorate the outside of candles for a natural floral look.
- Envelope Sealers: Small Carnation blooms can be used as a decorative element to seal envelopes, adding a touch of elegance to invitations or cards.
- Art Subject: Carnations are often used as the subject in various forms of art, including watercolor paintings, due to their vibrant colors and intricate petal structures.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The plant commonly known as Carnation is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Carnation is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Love: Dianthus, commonly known as 'Carnation' or 'Pinks,' traditionally symbolize love and affection, and with its vibrant cherry burst colors, it can represent deep love and admiration.
- Admiration: The bright and bursting hues of the Cherry Burst carnation are indicative of someone's deep admiration and fascination.
- Boldness: Its vivid color and striking appearance symbolize boldness and daring, representing a person's willingness to stand out and be unique.
- Purity: While Cherry Burst has a vibrant color, Dianthus in general also carry a symbolism of purity, particularly white varieties, reminding of the innocence and clarity of true love.
- Distinction: The distinctive, richly colored petals of this carnation can symbolize a person's unique qualities and the celebration of individuality.
- Fascination: Carnations are often associated with fascination, and the Cherry Burst's eye-catching appearance can intensify this symbolism.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

10000 - 20000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 1-2 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring to early summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
The Carnation, which includes the Dianthus Cherry Burst variety, should be watered deeply once every week to ten days, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. It is important to avoid overhead watering to prevent foliar diseases. When you water, aim to provide about one to one and a half gallons of water per plant, ensuring it reaches the root zone. During hot or dry spells, watering frequency may need to increase, especially for plants in containers.
Light
Carnations like Dianthus Cherry Burst thrive in full sun, receiving at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. The ideal spot for planting them would be in an area that is bright and sunny with clear exposure to the sky. They can tolerate a bit of light shade, especially in hotter climates, but too much shade can lead to leggy plants and fewer blooms.
Temperature
Carnations prefer a temperature range of 40 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal growth. They can survive minimum temperatures down to about 20 degrees Fahrenheit and can tolerate highs up to 85 degrees Fahrenheit without significant stress. The ideal conditions would keep them in the cooler part of their range, promoting healthy foliage and vibrant blooms.
Pruning
Prune Carnations, such as Dianthus Cherry Burst, to promote bushy growth and to remove spent flowers, which encourages further blooming. Pruning is best done after the first bloom has finished, usually by cutting back the stems by one-third. Deadheading, or removing faded flowers regularly, will keep the plants looking tidy and may extend the blooming period.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
For the Garden Pinks variety 'Dianthus Cherry Burst', use a well-draining soil mix with loam, sand, and organic matter like compost. Aim for a slightly alkaline pH between 6.7 and 7.5.
Repotting
Garden Pinks (Dianthus Cherry Burst) generally require repotting every 2-3 years or when they outgrow their current container. Choose a container only slightly larger than the previous one.
Humidity & Misting
Garden Pinks or Dianthus Cherry Burst thrive in average humidity conditions; they do not require any special humidity levels and will do well in typical outdoor air moisture.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Use bright light and well-draining soil for indoor Garden Pinks.
- Outdoor
  Plant in full sun with well-draining soil and space for air flow.
- Hardiness zone
  4-9 USDA
Life cycle
Dianthus Cherry Burst, commonly known as 'Pinks,' begins its life as a seed, which when provided the right conditions of warmth and moisture, germinates to form a small seedling with a pair of true leaves. The seedling stage is followed by the vegetative growth phase, where the plant develops a sturdy stem, a robust root system, and a rosette of foliage, preparing for flowering. As it enters the flowering stage, buds form and blossom into the characteristic vibrant cherry colored flowers, often in late spring or early summer, depending on the climate and care. After pollination, which may be facilitated by insects, the flowers produce seeds, which can be dispersed to give rise to new plants, thereby completing its reproductive cycle. Finally, as a perennial plant, after the blooming period, Dianthus Cherry Burst typically goes through a period of dormancy, particularly in colder climates, where it rests and conserves energy for the next growing season. With proper care and favorable conditions, it will return from its root system with renewed growth each year.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring to early summer
- Propogation: Dianthus Cherry Burst, also known as Pinks, can be propagated through division, which is one of its most popular methods. This process is typically done in the early spring or fall. To propagate by division, gardeners should carefully dig up an established Clump of the dianthus, making sure to keep a good amount of soil around the roots. The Clump is then gently pulled apart into smaller sections, ensuring that each new section has a good number of roots and at least one or two healthy shoots. These new sections can be immediately replanted in well-prepared soil, spaced about 12 inches (approximately 30 centimeters) apart to allow for ample growth. Watering the new plantings thoroughly is crucial to help establish the roots in their new location. Division not only helps to propagate new plants but also rejuvenates older clumps that may have become woody or less vigorous.