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    Dianthus plumarius

    Also Known As

    • Cottage Pinks

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 18"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 3a-10b

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    Dianthus plumarius plant details

    Dianthus plumarius is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In fall and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus plumarius

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: cutting garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus plumarius

    USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Old Fashioned Single “Cottage Pinks.” This is the original legendary plant used for developing many hybrids. It is the single form, fringed and extremely fragrant, in mixed colors of rose, pink, or white. The stems are 10”-18” tall above loosely matted foliage. Blooms June-October. Indispensable edging for borders and beds. Great for cutting, especially old-fashioned bouquets.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Dianthus plumarius plant

    How to Grow Dianthus plumarius

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
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    Dianthus 'London Delight'

    aka London Delight Pink

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Dianthus 'Spotty'

    aka Spotty Pink

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
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    Dianthus carthusianorum

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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
    Photo of Dianthus carthusianorum flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Dianthus 'Lady Granville'

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 9"-12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - low
    Photo of Dianthus 'Lady Granville' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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