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This drought-tolerant plant species requires very little water. Water when the top 1-2" of the soil is dry. Avoid overwatering by feeling the soil to make sure it is dry before watering. For best results, water thoroughly, allowing the excess water to drain away from the plant completely. Water Pink (Dianthus 'Wicked Witch') once or twice a week in summer and once every 2 weeks in winter. Make sure the soil stays moist, but not soggy.

Pink (Dianthus 'Wicked Witch') is a plant species that prefers sunny locations and does best when exposed to at least 6-8 hours of sunlight per day. In order to thrive, this plant species needs to receive direct sunlight during the morning and early afternoon, avoiding hot afternoon sun. If planted in a shadier area, it will still thrive with modified watering and care requirements. The best time for this plant species to get sunlight is from mid-morning to early afternoon when the rays are not as hot and intense as the later afternoon sun, allowing it to absorb less of the intense heat while still getting enough sunlight to thrive.

Hardiness zone 3–8.

Pink (Dianthus 'Wicked Witch') should be pruned annually. Prune in late spring, just after flowering. Remove dead or diseased stems and any that are spindly or rub against other foliage. Cut back the stems to just above fresh green growth, avoiding any buds that may be forming or flower buds that remain. Pruning should be done before midsummer to promote additional flowering.

Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation, Grafting Propagation