Dianthus superbus ssp. alpestris

Also Known As

Dianthus superbus ssp. speciosus

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"
W: 18"

planting zones

3a-10b

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Dianthus superbus ssp. alpestris plant details

Dianthus superbus ssp. alpestris is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus superbus ssp. alpestris

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus superbus ssp. alpestris

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Addictively fragrant & divinely delicate, this is a cut flower & garden favorite that ranks high with scentaholics in general & with me. Each 1.5” bloom is dissected to an almost snowflake-like level, so if you’re a fan of visual detail this one’s for you even if you can’t smell a thing. Strongly perennial it stands up to our wet Winters & grows to 18” wide by 4” tall. In Spring, the fresh evergreen foliar mound gives way to a profusion of blooming stems ( up to 30” tall) plentiful enough that you get to pick one every day and carry it around right under your nose for many weeks. OM NOM NOM.