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Genus: Dianthus Species: deltoides Common Name: Maiden Pink Family: Caryophyllaceae Order: Caryophyllales Native: Eurasia Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 0.5 to 2 feet Width: 0.5 to 1.5 feet Flowering Season: Late Spring Flower Color: Pink, red or white Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-8 Note: Maiden Pink is a very good mat-forming plant for flower beds or borders. Monitor plant for snails, slugs and rust. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.