AAS Winners
Dianthus 'Melody Pink' F1
2000 AAS Flower Award Winner
Sprays of single pink blooms distinguish 'Melody Pink' from other annual dianthus. Bred specifically for use as a cut flower, this dianthus produces one-inch flowers with a serrated petal edge giving it an old-fashioned lacy look. The long stems are desirable for fresh bouquets. 'Melody Pink' will mature at a mid-size garden height of 22-24 inches. 'Melody Pink' is quite heat and cold tolerant offering gardeners many months of flowering. The sprays of pink flowers are as attractive in the garden as they are in floral arrangements.
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| AAS Winner Primary Details | |
|---|---|
| Award: | AAS Flower Award Winner |
| Class: | Dianthus |
| Variety Name: | 'Melody Pink' F1 |
| Genus: | Dianthus |
| Species: | interspecific hybrid |
| Year: | 2000 |
| Common Name: | Pinks |
| Type: | Flowers |
| Breeder: | Sakata Seed |
| Close Market Comparison: | 'First Love' and Pink Flash' |
| Plant Needs | |
|---|---|
| Duration Type: | Annual |
| Light Needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Normal |
| Staking Required: | NO |
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color: | Green |
| Plant Height: | Medium: 10" to 24" |
| Garden Spacing: | 8 inches |
| Bloom Time: | Summer |
| Bloom Color: | Pink |
| Bloom Color Pattern: | Solid |
| Bloom Size: | 1 inch |
| Fragrance: | None |
| Weather Tolerance: | Cold, Heat |
| Home Gardener Use | |
|---|---|
| Container: | YES |
| Medium Height Divider: | YES |
| Ground Cover: | NO |
| Herb: | NO |
| Cut Flower: | YES |
| Dried Flower / Everlasting: | NO |
| Houseplant: | NO |
| Water Garden: | NO |
| Edible Ornamental: | NO |
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