Dianthus myrtinervius explained

Dianthus myrtinervius, the Albanian pink, is a species of pink native to Albania, Greece, and the former Yugoslavia.[1] Preferring well-drained neutral to alkaline soils, it can be grown in rock gardens, raised beds, or as a border along gravel paths. Petite perennials, they are available from commercial suppliers.[2]

Subspecies

Only one subspecies is presently considered valid.[1] It is quite dwarfed, and forms a cushion.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dianthus myrtinervius Griseb. . . 2017 . Plants of the World Online . Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew . 23 August 2020 .
  2. Web site: Dianthus myrtinervius . rhs.org.uk . Royal Horticultural Society . 23 August 2020 .
  3. 2000 . The AGS Expedition to Greece 1999 . Quarterly Bulletin of the Alpine Garden Society . 68 . 320 .

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