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Spring–Summer
Garden Pinks
Dianthus plumarius
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Earthy & Warmclovesweet
SeasonSpring–Summer
OriginCentral Europe
IntensityStrong
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower
Earthy & Warm · Spring–Summer bloomer
Garden pinks are the classic cottage flower, fringed petals in white, pink, and crimson carrying an intense clove-spice fragrance that fills a summer evening with the warmth of old gardens.
Symbolism & Meaning
boldness, lively affection
In the Victorian language of flowers, garden pinks means “Lively affection”.
Habitat & Environment
Central Europe
Garden Pinks is native to Central Europe.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameDianthus plumarius
- FamilyCaryophyllaceae
- Native ToCentral Europe
- Bloom SeasonSpring–Summer
- LifespanPerennial
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