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Mon, Jun 2, 08 at 23:23
| Does anyone here have a Dianthus 'Pixie' and, if so, do you stake it up? I just picked up 2 and they are falling over. From what I have read online I need to keep the base open for air circulation so the stems do not rot. However, if I don't mound it up with mulch or rocks it tends to fall over in a couple different directions. I planted it as it was growing in the pot with the crown at ground level.
I'm wondering if after a few days it will perk up or if I need to do something different. Thanks, Jim |
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- Posted by butterfly4u 6 SE PA (My Page) on Sat, Jun 14, 08 at 23:23
| Don't mulch it. Use regular soil to "prop" it up. I moved some of mine about 2 weeks ago because it was growing into an area I didn't want it to. It will look sad for awhile, but it will be alright. It grows slowly also, but looks beautiful after a couple years. |
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