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DEPTFORD PINK Dianthus armeria (Caryophyllaceae) Height to 60cm. Dark green, slightly hairy annual. Found in dry, grassy places, mainly on chalk or sandy soils. FLOWERS are 9-13mm across, with reddish pink petals that have toothed margins and pale spots; borne in clusters (Jun-Aug). Note the long bracts. FRUITS are capsules. LEAVES are narrow. STATUS-Widespread but generally scarce and local.
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DEPTFORD PINK Dianthus armeria (Caryophyllaceae) Height to 60cm. Dark green, slightly hairy annual. Found in dry, grassy places, mainly on chalk or sandy soils. FLOWERS are 9-13mm across, with reddish pink petals that have toothed margins and pale spots; borne in clusters (Jun-Aug). Note the long bracts. FRUITS are capsules. LEAVES are narrow. STATUS-Widespread but generally scarce and local.