This dianthus has imbricate leaves, giving the out-of-bloom plant the appearance of coral. Apparently it is found in limestone fell fields in Turkey, which makes it a likely candidate for growing well in New Mexico. This plant came from Agua Fria nursery and was planted last fall. The red unopened buds seemed to sit there without opening for a long time, until one morning I checked on it before the sun came up and the flowers (chalky white) were open. Flowers promptly and quickly closed once touched by the sun. Flowers were semi-open last evening at 10 PM and were distinctly fragrant. Of beer. Rather stout-like. Redolent of a nice foamy head.
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