Carnation Dianthus Romance = 'Wp09 Wen04' (PBR) (Scent First Series) (p)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

ABOUT

Dianthus Romance, part of the Scent First Series, is a charming plant that brings a blend of vibrant colors and intoxicating fragrance to gardens and landscapes. This particular variety is prized for its showy flowers, which are double-layered and come in a delightful pink hue with subtly fringed petal edges. A deeper cherry-pink center often marks each petal, adding depth and contrast to the flower's appearance. The blooms are held above the foliage on sturdy stems and have a densely packed form that gives them a lavish, full look. The foliage of the Dianthus Romance is equally attractive, forming a tidy, mounding clump of slender, blue-green leaves. These leaves provide a lovely backdrop to the flowers, accentuating their color and form. The leaves are also evergreen, contributing to the plant's visual appeal throughout the year. The flowers possess a rich, spicy fragrance that is especially potent at the beginning and the end of the day, hence the 'Scent First' designation. This delightful scent adds a sensory element to the plant's allure, attracting garden visitors and beneficial pollinators alike. Overall, the Dianthus Romance is known for its exceptional bloom and fragrance, offering both visual splendor and olfactory pleasure.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Caryophyllaceae.
- Synonyms
  Pink, Carnation, Sweet William.
- Common names
  Dianthus Romance 'Wp09 Wen04' (PBR) (Scent First Series) (p).
Toxicity
- To humans
  Dianthus, commonly known as carnation or pinks, is not considered toxic to humans. Ingestion of parts of the plant typically does not lead to serious poisoning. However, it is always advisable to avoid eating ornamental plants since they are not intended for consumption and individual reactions can vary.
- To pets
  Dianthus, commonly known as carnation or pinks, is generally considered to be non-toxic to pets. Ingesting the plant should not cause significant symptoms of poisoning in cats and dogs. However, gastrointestinal upset is possible with the consumption of any non-food item by pets, so it's still prudent to prevent them from ingesting the plant.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Evergreen
- Color of leaves
  Blue-green
- Flower color
  Pink
- Height
  1 feet 0 inches (30 cm)
- Spread
  1 feet 0 inches (30 cm)
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  5
- Native area
  Europe

Benefits

General Benefits
- Attractive Blooms - Features beautiful pink flowers that add color and visual interest to gardens.
- Fragrant - Known for its delightful scent which can be enjoyed by garden visitors and passersby.
- Compact Size - With its relatively small size, it fits well in gardens with limited space or can be planted in containers.
- Long Flowering Period - Typically blooms for a long period from late spring to summer, providing extended enjoyment.
- Low Maintenance - Requires minimal care once established, making it suitable for various levels of gardeners.
- Cold Tolerant - Can withstand cooler temperatures, making it suitable for a range of climates.
- Drought Resistant - Once established, has a good level of drought tolerance, which is beneficial in water-scarce areas.
- Deer Resistant - Less likely to be eaten by deer, protecting your garden from wildlife damage.
- Easy to Propagate - Can be easily propagated from cuttings or division, allowing gardeners to create more plants affordably.
- Good for Cutting - The flowers can be cut and used in floral arrangements, bringing the garden's beauty indoors.
- Attracts Pollinators - Invites bees and butterflies to the garden, which is beneficial for pollination of plants and garden biodiversity.
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 Decorations: The petals of Dianthus can be crystallized with sugar and used as edible garnishes for desserts and drinks, providing a delicate floral accent.
- Botanical Dyes: The flowers can be used to create natural dyes for fabrics or paper, potentially yielding shades of pink depending on the mordant used.
- Aromatherapy: The scent of Dianthus blossoms can be infused into oils or used in potpourri mixes to impart a pleasing aroma to living spaces.
- Artistic Inspiration: Artists may draw inspiration from the intricate patterns and vibrant colors of Dianthus for painting, fabric design, or other visual arts.
- Bath Products: Petals can be included in homemade bath salts or bath bombs for an added touch of luxury and fragrance.
- Floral Foam Alternative: Stems of Dianthus can be inserted into fruits like citrus or apples to create an organic and biodegradable floral display base.
- Bookmarks: Pressed Dianthus flowers can be laminated or encased in clear resin to create unique and personalized bookmarks.
- Handmade Paper: Incorporated into the papermaking process, the petals can add texture and color to handmade paper products.
- Culinary Infusion: The flowers can be infused into syrups, vinegars, or sugars to impart a subtle floral note to culinary creations.
- Scented Letters: Dried petals can be included in envelopes to give a traditional scented letter experience.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The Dianthus is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Dianthus is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Divine Love: The genus name "Dianthus" comes from the Greek words for divine ("dios") and flower ("anthos"), symbolizing a heavenly or divine form of love.
- Passion: Dianthus often represents passion because of its vibrant colors and spicy fragrance that evoke strong feelings.
- Boldness: The rich colors and patterns of Dianthus flowers stand out, making them a symbol of boldness or daring.
- Admiration: Giving someone a Dianthus suggests deep admiration and appreciation for the person's uniqueness.
- Affection: Dianthus blooms in a wide variety of colors, each expressing different forms of affection much like roses.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

10000 - 20000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 2-3 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring-early summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
For the Dianthus (often known as Carnation or Pinks), consistent moisture is key, without overwatering. It’s best to water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry, which might translate to roughly 1 gallon per plant every week during active growth in moderate climates. However, watering frequency should be adjusted according to weather conditions, reducing the amount during rainy periods and increasing it in times of drought. It's important to avoid waterlogging by ensuring proper drainage, thereby preventing root rot. Always water at the base of the plant early in the day to allow foliage to dry out, thus minimizing disease risks.
Light
The Dianthus prefers full sunlight conditions for optimal growth and blooming. Ideally, this plant should be positioned in a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. However, in extremely hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial to prevent scorching. The best spot for the plant would be one where it can enjoy the morning sun, which is less intense, and be sheltered during the harsher afternoon heat.
Temperature
Dianthus thrives best in cooler temperatures, with ideal growing conditions between 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Their hardiness allows them to endure minimum temperatures down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit, making them suitable for many temperate regions. However, extreme heat above 85 degrees Fahrenheit can be detrimental to the plant. Providing some afternoon shade during the hottest parts of the day can help mitigate heat stress.
Pruning
Pruning Dianthus is essential to promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms. After the first flush of blooming, cut back by one-third to stimulate a second bloom period. Prune again in late fall or early spring to maintain shape and remove any dead or dying foliage. The best time for major pruning is immediately after the bloom cycle has finished.
Cleaning
As needed.
Soil
The best soil mix for the Dianthus, commonly known as Pinks or Sweet William, is a well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH of 6.5 to 7.5. A mix of loam, sand, and compost is ideal to provide the necessary drainage and nutrients.
Repotting
Pinks should be repotted every 2-3 years to refresh the soil and accommodate root growth. It's best to repot in spring or early summer.
Humidity & Misting
Pinks prefer moderate humidity levels but are quite adaptable. They can tolerate lower humidity levels without any significant problems.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Ensure bright light, cool temps, and well-draining soil for Pinks indoors.
- Outdoor
  Plant in well-draining soil; full sun exposure is best for Pinks.
- Hardiness zone
  5-9 USDA
Life cycle
The Dianthus Romance, also known as Pink Romance, starts its life as a seed, which upon germination, progresses into a seedling. As the seedling matures, it develops into a vegetative plant, establishing a rosette of blue-green foliage. During its growth, the plant enters a flowering phase, typically in late spring to early summer, where it produces fragrant, double-flowered blooms with a distinctive pink coloration. These flowers attract pollinators, which facilitate the plant's reproductive process. After pollination, the flowers develop into seed capsules, and once the seeds are mature, they are dispersed to begin a new generation. The Dianthus Romance is a perennial, so this cycle of vegetative growth and flowering can occur annually over several years, with the plant entering a period of dormancy during the colder months.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring-early summer
- Dianthus 'Romance', commonly known as Pinks, is most popularly propagated through cuttings. The best time for taking cuttings is late spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. To propagate, one would take non-flowering shoots about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) in length, ensuring that there are at least a couple of leaf nodes present. These stems are then stripped of the lower leaves and the cut end can be dipped in rooting hormone powder to facilitate root development. The prepared cutting is then inserted into a pot filled with a moistened mixture of perlite and peat or a similar well-draining rooting medium. The pot should be placed in a warm, bright location out of direct sunlight, maintaining humidity around the cuttings until roots have developed, which typically takes a few weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted and new growth is apparent, they can be potted on into individual containers or planted out into the garden.