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Cultivation

Container culture of Allwood pink

Dianthus x allwoodii hort.

Growing Allwood pink (Dianthus × allwoodii) in containers requires providing exceptional substrate drainage and a regime of infrequent but deep watering. The plant needs full sun exposure to maintain its decorative appearance and abundant blooming.

In the reference 22 varieties crop Allwood pink, where this is mentioned in the description.

For the successful development of Allwood pink in containers, it is critical to use a loose substrate with a pH of 6.5–7.5 and ensure efficient moisture drainage through large drainage holes. It is recommended to select "breathable" containers, such as those made of unglazed terracotta, to prevent overheating and root rot.

Unlike many annuals, this crop requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day and is extremely sensitive to excess moisture; therefore, watering should be performed only after the soil has dried to a depth of 2–5 cm. Regular deadheading helps stimulate repeat flowering, and moderate fertilization helps avoid excess nitrogen, which leads to leaf yellowing and a loss of bush density.

General information about the subject — on the page Container culture.

Sources8

Varieties of Allwood pink mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

4 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Whetman Pinks

4 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Whetman John

3 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Whetman John

3 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Plant Genetics International Ltd.

4 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Plant Genetics International Ltd.

3 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

4 records

Bright Eyes

Terminated

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne, Carolyn Grace Bourne

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Plant Growers Australia Pty Ltd

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Nils Klemm^^^Lena Thiede

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne, Carolyn Grace Bourne

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Plant Genetics International Ltd.

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Plant Genetics International Ltd.

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Plant Genetics International Ltd.

2 records

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Whetman Plants International Limited

2 records

VALDA ISOLD

Terminated

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

1 record

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Nils Klemm^^^Lena Thiede

2 records

WP08 UNI02

Terminated

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

1 record

WP10 ELE04

Terminated

Dianthus x allwoodii hort. · Allwood pink

Carolyn Grace Bourne

1 record