Supertrouper Orange
Dianthus caryophyllus 'Supertrouper Orange'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 12 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 2-3 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, slightly alkaline |
| Soil pH | 6.5-7.5 |
| Zones | 6-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Blue-green |
| Bloom | Orange |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | None |
| Companions | Campanula, Geranium, Iberis |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Provide excellent drainage to prevent crown rot.
Maintenance
Deadhead spent blooms.
Cleanup
Lightly shear in late fall.
Notes
Known for large, fragrant carnation-type blooms.