Nature Notes

July 5, 2009

Deptford Pink and a visitor

Filed under: Flowers — Harold Stiver @ 7:00 am
Deptford Pink, Dianthus armeria

Deptford Pink, Dianthus armeria

The Deptford Pink, Dianthus armeria, is a tiny wildflower which is native to much of Europe. It is named after Deptford, a town in England where it grew in abundance. It is a gorgeous flower and has become naturalized over much of North America.

Deptford Pink, Dianthus armeria

Deptford Pink, Dianthus armeria

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