China pink
Dianthus chinensis · Pinks · Pink family
Also known as: Rainbow Pink · Indian Pink · Chinese Pink
Easy20–40cmNot pet-safeEdible
China pink care at a glance
China pink (Dianthus chinensis) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Life cycle
- short_lived_perennial
Pests, Diseases, Toxicity & Weather on China pink
Possible pests on China pink include Slugs and snails. A common disease is Crown rot. Also possible: Rust. China pink is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans. Mainly the sap and leaves are toxic, while flowers can be eaten.
Pest
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Crown rot High
- Rust Medium
Toxicity
- General GI irritation Low
- Skin irritation from sap Low
Weather
- Heat stress Medium
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Frequently asked questions about China pink
- Which pests affect China pink?
- Possible pests on China pink include Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect China pink?
- A common disease is Crown rot. Also possible: Rust.
- Is China pink toxic to cats and dogs?
- China pink is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans. Mainly the sap and leaves are toxic, while flowers can be eaten.
- How much water does China pink need?
- China pink has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does China pink need?
- China pink prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is China pink frost-hardy?
- China pink is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -15 °C.
- Can you eat China pink?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: flowers. Other parts (the sap and leaves) are toxic, though.