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Garden Rose
Rosa cultivars
Spring
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Dianthus plumarius
Cottage pinks with fringed petals and spicy fragrance. Clove scent. Low-growing. Also called garden pinks. Old-fashioned charm. Symbol of pure love. Carnation relative.
Spring, Summer
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 7 to 14 days
when properly cared for
Sweet, spicy clove-like fragrance characteristic of the family
Mildly toxic to cats and dogs - may cause mild gastrointestinal upset
Dianthus means flower of the gods in Greek - dios (Zeus) anthos (flower)
Carnations, pinks, and sweet williams are all dianthus species
The spicy fragrance comes from eugenol, the same compound in cloves
Petals are edible and used in cocktails and salads since Roman times
Dianthus has been cultivated for over 2,000 years, prized by Greeks and Romans for its heavenly fragrance. The name given by the Greek botanist Theophrastus means divine flower. Throughout history, it has symbolized love and fascination, appearing in countless works of art and literature.
