How to grow China Pinks

Dianthus chinensis

Usually treated as an annual D. chinensis can overwinter in warmer zones. Cut back if flowering slows to promote new growth.

In warmer zones seeds may be fall sown outside. In colder areas sow in place 2 weeks before last frost or start inside 6 weeks before last frost.

By our calculations*, you should look at sowing China pinks about 42 days before your last frost date .

These estimates for how long China pinks takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take China pinks to germinate?: 6 days
Average 6 days | Min 6 days | Max 6 days (1)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out China pinks?: + 28 days
Average 28 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity How long until China pinks is ready for harvest / bloom?: + 173 days
Average 173 days | Min 31 days | Max 974 days (7)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow China pinks?: = 207 days

Our when to plant China pinks estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow China pinks before or after your last frost date.: 42 days before Last Frost Date
When to plant out The number of days to plant out China pinks before or after your last frost date.: 14 days before Last Frost Date

Dianthus, China pink

Dianthus chinensis L.