Diannthus #2
by David and Carol Kelly
Title
Diannthus #2
Artist
David and Carol Kelly
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
Dianthus flowers (Dianthus spp.) are also called pinks. They belong to a family of plants which includes carnations and are characterized by the spicy fragrance the blooms emit. Dianthus plants may be found as a hardy annual, biennial or perennial and most often used in borders or potted displays. The dianthus plant is also called Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) and has a fragrance with cinnamon or clove notes. The plants are small and usually between 6 and 18 inches tall. Dianthus flowers are most often in pink, salmon, red and white hues.
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February 5th, 2015
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