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Dianthus
Sweet, vibrant red flowers with a light pink edge adorn this floriferous plant. The red and pink flowers contrast nicely with the tight mound of blue foliage. Attracts hummingbirds.
Companion Plants
Lamb's Ear
Salvia
Shasta Daisy
Plant Details
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Common name
Dianthus
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Botanical name
Dianthus hybrid
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Variety
Spangled Star
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Zone
USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
7" (18 cm)
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Habit
Mounded
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Feed
Use all-purpose
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Water
Weekly during dry spells
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Bloom Time
Spring-summer
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Maintenance
Shear back lightly after bloom
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Emily R.'s collection