The Book of Annuals 95 



*PINK (CHINESE) 

 Dianthus Chinensis, var. Hedewigi 



Single and double flowers of many vivid colors and 

 bizarre markings, but scentless. 



Sow seeds where plants are desired, or, better, 

 start them indoors April first and transplant, six to 

 eight inches apart, outdoors in May. 



The plant is a biennial and will bloom more pro- 

 fusely and earlier the second year if given a dry 

 sheltered spot. 



Color: pinks, reds, etc. 



Height: ten to sixteen inches. 



Period op Bloom : late July through early frosts. 



Location: dry, sheltered; sun. 



