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dianthus-pop-star-.jpgDianthus (dye-anth-us); The Pink Family (Caryophyllaceae) This genus includes the tall clove scented florist carnation, the smaller sweet William and the low-growing fragrant evergreen forms called grass or border pink. Grass or border pinks are low-growing, tufted hardy perennials with narrow grass-like opposite leaves that sometimes shade towards a gray-blue. Evergreen pinks retain shape and color even under snow, a trait that makes them an ideal border plant in cooler areas and a staple in rock gardens.

Perennial Dianthus is easy to grow and hardy from zone 3 to 9, occasionally 5 or 8. The genus includes hundreds of annual, biennial, and perennial species; we only sell perennial species, subject to Mother Nature. Plant dianthus in full sun (minimum half day), or light shade in the most southern zone or extremely hot conditions.

Compact clumps of evergreen foliage can be planted in clay to sandy soil, as long as it is well-drained, it does prefer neutral to slightly alkaline soil. Lime can be added to the soil if it is naturally acidic to raise the pH. Dianthus can be grown in full sun or part shade, but the foliage will not be as lush and fewer flowers will be produced if it is grown in hot, dry areas. Tolerant of short periods of drought.

Do not mulch heavy, unless with pea stone or gravel; however, in colder zones, a layer of mulch can be added to protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up, remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot.

Excellent as an evergreen border plant, in mass or containers, as cut flower or foliage, dried flower or seed heads, salt tolerant. With the scent of clove, this fragrant member of the carnation family flowers attracts butterflies. Deer resistant.

With its clove-like fragrance, this low-growing member of the carnation family, is a great choice near an entry or walkway, and a perfect choice for many landscape solutions, as long as it is well-drained. After flowering in late spring, with most new varieties, the spent flowers can be cut back to promote reblooming on many varieties. Avoid over-watering, usually once a week until established will suffice.

  • Dianthus Appleblossom Burst PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' PPAF (30)ct Flat PRETTY POPPERS™ SeriesCommon Name: PinksSemi-double flowers with a mixture of flowers colors, from white to an intense pink blush. In a greenhouse, these flowers will be nearly white. Blue-green...

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  • Dianthus Cherry Vanilla PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cherry Vanilla' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cherry Vanilla' PPAF - Proven Winners FRUIT PUNCH Series (30)ct Flat Common Name: pinks; Series Name: Fruit Punch Series  'Cherry Vanilla' has fully double, carnation-like flowers. 1.5in wide, deep red flowers have a sharply contrasting,...

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  • Dianthus Classic Coral PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Classic Coral' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Classic Coral' PPAF (30)ct Flat FRUIT PUNCH® Series Common Name: Pinks'Classic Coral' is the long-awaited missing color of the FRUIT PUNCH® series. In early summer a splash of double, striking coral pink flowers is produced over a...

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  • Dianthus Cranberry Cocktail PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cranberry Cocktail' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cranberry Cocktail' PPAF (30)ct Flat - Proven Winners FRUIT PUNCH Series Full, 2” double hot magenta pink flowers have serrated edges, rising above its grey-green, dense foliage.  Deer resistant, low maintenance and drought tolerant,...

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  • Dianthus Cute as a Button PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cute as a Button' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cute as a Button' PPAF (30)ct Flat PRETTY POPPERS™ Series Common Name: PinksSemi-double, bright pink flowers have a deep red eye and serrated edges. Blue-green foliage. Height: 6.0-8.0 InchesSpread: 14.0 InchesHardiness Zones:...

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  • Dianthus Double Bubble PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Double Bubble' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Double Bubble' PPAF - PRETTY POPPERS (30)ct Flat Common Name: pinks; Series Name: Fruit Punch Series  Double, medium pink flowers with blue-green foliage. Very floriferous and a petite package.  Height: 6.0-8.0 Inches Inches; Spread:...

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  • Dianthus Electric Red PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Electric Red' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Electric Red' PPAF - PRETTY POPPERS (30)ct Flat Common Name: pinks Dramatic, rich red double flowers that grab you from a distance. Flowers are held on strong stems above blue-green leaves.  Height: 8.0-10.0 InchesSpread: 16.0...

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  • Dianthus Funky Fuchsia PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Funky Fuchsia' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Funky Fuchsia' PPAF CPBRAF - Proven Winners® FRUIT PUNCH® Series (30)ct Flat Common Name: PinksFully double fuchsia purple flowers are a new color for the FRUIT PUNCH® series and a unique color for hardy Dianthus. The florist...

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  • Dianthus Goody Gumdrops PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Goody Gumdrops' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Goody Gumdrops' PPAF - PRETTY POPPERS Series Common Name: PinksSemi-double, fuchsia pink flowers with a red eye. Blue-green foliage. Height: 8.0-10.0 InchesSpread: 16.0-18.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9Flower Color: Pink shadesFoliage...

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  • Dianthus Kiss and Tell PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Kiss and Tell' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Kiss and Tell' PPAF - PRETTY POPPERS Series Common Name: PinksLarge semi-double, blush pink to white flowers have a dark red eye. Blue-green foliage. Height: 8.0-10.0 InchesSpread: 16.0-18.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9Flower Color: Pink...

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  • Dianthus Lip Gloss PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Lip Gloss' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Lip Gloss' PPAF - SINGLE LADIES Series (30)ct Flat Common Name: PinksThis series of Dianthus are single and ready to mingle with your landscape. Plants in this series have domed habits covered in multiple layers of large, single flowers. The...

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  • Dianthus Paint the Town Fancy PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fancy' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fancy' PPAF CPBRAF - Proven Winners® (30)ct Flat Common Name: Pinks'Paint the Town Fancy' produces 1', single, rosy fuchsia flowers with a red eye and serrated petals. Flowers completely cover the plant when it's in peak. Its...

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  • Dianthus Paint the Town Red PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Paint the Town Red' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Paint the Town Red' PPAF (30)ct Flat - Proven Winners® Paint the Town SeriesCommon Name: PinksMembers of the Paint the Town Series are prized for their bright colors and increased heat tolerance. This translates to better performance nearly...

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  • Dianthus Pinky Promise PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Pinky Promise' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Pinky Promise' PPAF (30)ct Flat Common Name: PinksA low, wide plant perfect for mass planting along the front of the border. Soft fuchsia pink flowers completely cover the plant in late spring, with sporadic rebloom providing accent color...

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  • Dianthus Raspberry Ruffles PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Raspberry Ruffles' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Raspberry Ruffles' PPAF - Proven Winners FRUIT PUNCH Series (30)ct Flat Common Name: pinks; This Dianthus produces large, florist quality, fully double, raspberry pink blossoms about 1¾ inches wide. Each serrated petal is framed by a...

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  • Dianthus Red Rouge PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Red Rouge' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Red Rouge' PPAF - SINGLE LADIES Series (30)ct Flat Common Name: PinksThis series of Dianthus are single and ready to mingle with your landscape. Plants in this series have domed habits covered in multiple layers of large, single flowers. The...

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  • Dianthus Spiked Punch PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Spiked Punch' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Spiked Punch' PPAF (30)ct Flat - Proven Winners FRUIT PUNCH Series Incredibly vibrant fuchsia pink, double flowers have deep red eyes and heavily serrated petals. The flowers are a little larger than most of the other members of the series at...

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  • Dianthus g Baths Pink 3.5 inch pot

    Dianthus g. 'Bath's Pink' (3.5 inch pot)

    Dianthus gratianopolitans 'Bath's Pink' Common Name: Cheddar Pinks Zones: 3 to 9 Flower height reaches to 10 inches. Low-growing, spreading, dense mounds of grassy, blue-green, linear foliage and numerous, fringed, reblooming, fragrant, soft pink, 1 inch...

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  • Dianthus g Firewitch 3.5 inch pot

    Dianthus g. 'Firewitch' (3.5 inch pot)

    Dianthus 'Firewitch' CHEDDAR PINK Zones 3 to 8. Full sunMature size: 6 to 8 inches tall, spreads to 12 inches wide. Low-growing, compact ground cover. Magenta pink, serrated edged petals appear in mass above silvery-blue evergreen foliage. Heavy late...

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