Dianthus Seeds,
Flora Pearl Salmon
Description
(Dianthus barbatus). As pink as a shrimp, or should we say salmon? Either way, these bubbly, globed blooms are as vibrant as the corals gleaming on the sea floor. Their aroma fills the air with the scent of cinnamon with spicy clove undertones, and the colorful, edible petals add a warming aromatic kiss when used as a garnish for sweet treats. Try steeping a handful of petals in soda water chilled overnight in the fridge for a fragrant, floral fizzy-pop. These flamingo pinks are excellent for cutting, as they have an extraordinarily long vase life and fill the room with a luxurious scent. Their open-faced flowers are a one-stop shop for pollinators who adore the bountiful pollen and nectar on offer, making them an ideal companion plant in the vegetable garden. A hardy short-lived perennial that averages 18 inches and will bloom year after year in USDA zones 3-9.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name
- Dianthus barbatus
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Days to Germinate
- 7–10
- Days to Maturity
- 90–100
- Planting Depth
- ⅛ in.
- Plant Spacing
- 10–12 in.
- Ideal Temperature
- 65–70°F
- Frost Hardy
- Yes
When to Grow
FAQ
Are the petals of Flora Pearl Salmon edible?
Yes, the colorful petals are edible and are used as a garnish for sweet treats, where they add a warming aromatic kiss. A handful of petals steeped in soda water and chilled overnight in the fridge makes a fragrant, floral fizzy-pop.
What do the flowers smell like?
The aroma is cinnamon with spicy clove undertones, and the cut stems fill the room with a luxurious scent.
How big do the plants get and how should I space them?
Plants average 18 inches tall. Space them 10 to 12 inches apart in full sun; the open-faced flowers are a one-stop shop for pollinators who adore the bountiful pollen and nectar on offer, making them an ideal companion plant in the vegetable garden.
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