How to Care for Dianthus chinensis (Chinese pink)

Korean name: 패랭이꽃(석죽)

Chinese pink is a perennial herbaceous plant with narrow leaves and multicolored flowers. It typically grows to about 30 cm tall, featuring serrated petals in various shades of pink, red, and white, blooming from spring to autumn. It prefers sunny locations and well-drained soil.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Family: Caryophyllaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: China and East Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Flower meaning: I will never forget you
• Traits: wildflower, spring bloom, perennial, beginner friendly, garden use
• Also known as: Chinese pink, Rainbow pink

Care Guide

• Light: Grow in a bright, sunny location.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Thrives in normal humidity.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Dianthus chinensis?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Dianthus chinensis?

It likes Grow in a bright, sunny location.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Prefers well-drained soil..

Is Dianthus chinensis safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Dianthus chinensis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Thrives in normal humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season..