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Deptford Pink (Dianthus armeria) |
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Dianthus deltoides Maiden Pink has broader petals and more clearly lighter center. The flowers are solitary and not surrounded by bristly flower bracts. Deptford Pink (Dianthus armeria) Alien: Native of Europe. Identification: Flowers pink with 5 narrow petals. Petals with upper margin ragged and spotted with white. Center of flower slightly lighter than the rest, demarcated with a vague, darker ring. Flowers in small clusters near the top of the plant and surrounded by stiff, bristly flower bracts. Stem thin, stiff. Upper leaves very narrow and elongate. Lower leaves larger and slightly broader. Plant 8 to 20 inches in height. Distribution: Throughout most of North America. Habitat: Deptford Pink is found in dry fields and along roadsides. Flowering period: May to July. |
Deptford Pink (Dianthus armeria)
Similar Species: Maiden Pink (Dianthus deltoides)
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