Photo of Dianthus 'London Delight' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Dianthus 'London Delight'

Also Known As

  • London Delight Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Dianthus 'London Delight' plant details

Dianthus 'London Delight' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring and summer burgundy and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'London Delight'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'London Delight'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clove scented semi-double flowers of pink with a maroon center and margin. Definitely delightful!

Gardening facts about Dianthus 'London Delight' plant

How to Grow Dianthus 'London Delight'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-18"

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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 6"-9"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

Height: 18"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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