Dianthus superbus (Fringed pink)

Botanical name

Dianthus superbus

Other names

Fringed pink, Superb pink, Large pink

Genus

Dianthus Dianthus

Species

D. superbus - D. superbus is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial with linear to narrowly lance-shaped, mid- to grey-green leaves and, in summer, slender, branching stems bearing fragrant, light purple-pink flowers with deeply fringed petals.

Foliage

Evergreen

Fragrance

Flower is scented.

Habit

Branching, Clump-forming

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Colour

Flower

Lilac, Pale-pink in Spring

Foliage

Grey-green in All seasons

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How to care

Watch out for

Specific pests

Aphids , Slugs

Diseases

May also be susceptible to a virus and wilt.

Specific diseases

Rust

General care

Pruning

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Cut back after the first frost.

Propagation

Sow seed indoors at 20-25C (68-77F). Cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Seeds need light for better germination. Typically germinates in 14-30 days.

Propagation methods

Division, Seed, Softwood cuttings

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Monthly care advice

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Where to grow

Dianthus superbus (Fringed pink) will reach a height of 0.45m and a spread of 0.3m after 1-2 years.

Suggested uses

Banks and Slopes, City, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Flower Arranging

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. Avoid wet winter conditons. Improve soil with well-rotted manure or garden compost. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring.

Soil type

Chalky, Loamy, Sandy

Soil drainage

Well-drained

Soil pH

Alkaline, Neutral

Light

Partial Shade, Full Sun

Aspect

South, East, West

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.

Hardy (H4)

USDA zones

Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4

Defra's Risk register #1

Plant name

Dianthus superbus (Fringed pink)

Common pest name

Omnivorous leafroller

Scientific pest name

Platynota stultana

Type

Insect

Current status in UK

Absent

Likelihood to spread to UK (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

4

Impact (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

3

General biosecurity comments

Polyphagous pest which could be potentially damaging to a range of crops if introduced to the UK. Awareness raising amongst the industry is needed. Also need to monitor developments in Spain where the pest is already present and consider whether EU regulation is warranted.

Defra's Risk register #2

Plant name

Dianthus superbus (Fringed pink)

Common pest name

African cottom leafworm; Cotton leafworm; Egyptian cotton leafworm; Egyptian cotton worm; Mediterranean climbing cutworm; Meditteranea Brocade; Tobacco cutworm

Scientific pest name

Spodoptera littoralis

Type

Insect

Current status in UK

Absent

Likelihood to spread to UK (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

2

Impact (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

3

General biosecurity comments

Regulated pest; frequently intercepted with occasional outbreaks which have been successfully eradicated in the UK.

Defra's Risk register #3

Plant name

Dianthus superbus (Fringed pink)

Common pest name

American serpentine leaf miner; chrysanthemum leaf miner

Scientific pest name

Liriomyza trifolii

Type

Insect

Current status in UK

Absent

Likelihood to spread to UK (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

2

Impact (1 is very low - 5 is very high)

3

General biosecurity comments

Regulated pest already subject to review at the EU level (2013). Regularly intercepted in the trade.

About this section

Our plants are under greater threat than ever before. There is increasing movement of plants and other material traded from an increasing variety of sources. This increases the chances of exotic pests arriving with imported goods and travellers, as well as by natural means. Shoot is working with Defra to help members to do their part in preventing the introduction and spread of invasive risks.

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Date updated: 7^th March 2019 For more information visit: https://planthealthportal.defra.gov.uk/