Dianthus pseudarmeria, commonly known as Maiden Pink, is a biennial herb that is native to a variety of habitats across Europe and parts of Asia, including meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 0.5-1.5 feet (0.15-0.5 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). The plant forms a low, mounded tuft of grassy, blue-green foliage. Maiden Pink is renowned for its profusion of pink flowers, which are highly showy and bloom in the late spring to early summer. The flowers are often fringed or have a deeply notched petal margin, adding to their ornamental appeal.

Maiden Pink is valued for its vibrant floral display and is often used in rock gardens, borders, and as ground cover. It is also suitable for urban planting due to its adaptability. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils, including clay, loam, or sandy types. While it requires medium amounts of water, it is relatively drought-tolerant once established. Gardeners should be aware that although it is not prone to serious pest or disease problems, it can suffer from root rot in poorly drained soils. Maiden Pink is not known for aggressive roots or significant invasiveness, but it can self-seed under optimal conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0