China pinks 'Black and White'

Dianthus chinensis

How to grow China pinks 'Black and White'

  • Partial Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Black and White is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures. Planting Black and White in combination soil with a ph of between 6.5 and 7.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Black and White from seed

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Black and White about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Black and White

As Black and White is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Black and White