Photo of Dianthus 'Spotty' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Dianthus 'Spotty'

Also Known As

  • Spotty Pink

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Dianthus 'Spotty' plant details

Dianthus 'Spotty' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Spotty'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Spotty'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 3. Red & white flowers. Gray-green foliage.
Nice border pink with rose-red flowers edged & spotted with silvery white. Mat forming perennial 6" tall.

Gardening facts about Dianthus 'Spotty' plant

How to Grow Dianthus 'Spotty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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