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Dianthus

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 Cherry Vanilla PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cherry Vanilla' PP29684 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cherry Vanilla' PP29684 CPBR6728 (30)ct FlatFRUIT PUNCH® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks There are only a few plants that can stop you in your tracks as you walk by, and this sparkling new Dianthus in the FRUIT PUNCH® series is one of them...

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  • Dianthus Classic Coral PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Classic Coral' PP30048 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Classic Coral' PP30048 CPBR6729 (30)ct FlatFRUIT PUNCH® SeriesCommon 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...

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  • Dianthus 'Cute as a Button' PP31453 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cute as a Button' PP31453 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Cute as a Button' PP31453 (30)ct FlatPRETTY POPPERS® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks 'Cute as a Button' has semi-double, bright pink flowers have a deep red eye and serrated edges. Blue-green foliage. Dianthus are among the best for providing...

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  • Dianthus Double Bubble PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Double Bubble' PP29972 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Double Bubble' PP29972 (30)ct FlatPRETTY POPPERS® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks 'Double Bubble' has double, medium pink flowers with blue-green foliage. Very floriferous and a petite package. Dianthus are among the best for providing color in...

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  • Dianthus Electric Red PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Electric Red' PP29591 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Electric Red' PP29591 (30)ct FlatPRETTY POPPERS® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks Dramatic, rich red flowers that grab you from a distance. Flowers are held on strong stems above blue-green leaves. Dianthus are among the best for providing color in...

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  • Dianthus Funky Fuchsia PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Funky Fuchsia' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Funky Fuchsia' PPAF CPBRAF (30)ct FlatFRUIT PUNCH® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks Fully double fuchsia purple flowers are a new color for the FRUIT PUNCH® series and a unique color for hardy Dianthus. The florist quality blooms are among the...

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  • Dianthus Goody Gumdrops PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Goody Gumdrops' PP32591 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Goody Gumdrops' PP32591 (30)ct FlatPRETTY POPPERS® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks 'Goody Gumdrops' has semi-double, fuchsia pink flowers with a red eye. Blue-green foliage. Dianthus are among the best for providing color in late spring and early...

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  • Dianthus Kiss and Tell PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Kiss and Tell' PP32227 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Kiss and Tell' PP32227 (30)ct FlatPRETTY POPPERS® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks 'Kiss and Tell' has large semi-double, blush pink to white flowers have a dark red eye. Blue-green foliage. Dianthus are among the best for providing color in late...

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  • Dianthus Lip Gloss PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Lip Gloss' PP35073 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Lip Gloss' PP35073 (30)ct FlatSINGLE LADIES™ SeriesCommon Name: Pinks Rich magenta pink flowers have well-defined white halos at the center of each flower. More compact than 'Red Rouge'. This series of Dianthus are single and ready to...

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  • Dianthus FRUIT PUNCH Maraschino PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Maraschino' PP27882 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Maraschino' PP27882 (30)ct FlatFRUIT PUNCH® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks Red flowers are a hot color for a garden, and ‘Maraschino’ delivers with 1¼-1½” wide cherry red flowers and dark burgundy eye. Fluffy,...

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  • Dianthus Pinky Promise PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Pinky Promise' PPAF (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Pinky Promise' PPAF (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Pinks A 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 Red Rouge PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Red Rouge' PP35084 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Red Rouge' PP35084 (30)ct FlatSINGLE LADIES™ SeriesCommon Name: Pinks This 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...

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  • Dianthus Spiked Punch PPAF 30ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Spiked Punch' PP28635 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Spiked Punch' PP28635 CPBR5817 (30)ct FlatFRUIT PUNCH® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks 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...

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  • Dianthus 'Sweetie Pie' PP27989 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Sweetie Pie' PP27989 (30)ct Flat

    Dianthus 'Sweetie Pie' PP27989 CPBR6732 (30)ct FlatFRUIT PUNCH® SeriesCommon Name: Pinks ‘Sweetie Pie’ is the perfect choice if you tend to gravitate toward pastel colors for your garden. The true pink, semi-double flowers are...

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  • Dianthus g Baths Pink 3.5 inch pot

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

    Dianthus gratianoapolitanus 'Baths Pink' (3.5-inch pot)Common Name: Cheddar Pinks Height: 6-12 InchesSpread: 12-18 InchesHardiness Zone: 3-8Full SunEvergreenSoft pink blooms - Spring/early SummerGray-green, grass-like foliageHeat and humidity tolerant...

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  • Dianthus g. 'Firewitch' (3.5 inch pot)

    Dianthus g. 'Firewitch' (3.5 inch pot)

    Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch' (3.5-inch pot)Common Name: Cheddar Pinks Shocking magenta-pink, upward-facing blooms which exude the scent of cloves appear in masses above silvery-blue mats of evergreen foliage. Each of the 5 petals have serrated...

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