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Dianthus

This vibrant mix of flowers has a light fragrance that attracts hummingbirds to the garden. Beautiful at garden's edge, in rock gardens, or in summer bouquets. Thrives in average to alkaline (sweet), well-drained soil and is heat tolerant.

Companion Plants

Balloon Flower

Black-Eyed Susan

Candytuft

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Dianthus

  • Botanical name

    Dianthus chinensis

  • Variety

    Telstar Mix

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    8-14" (20-36 cm)

  • Habit

    Low-growing

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Mix

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Shear back lightly after bloom

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Amelia E.'s collection