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    Dianthus deltoides

    Also Known As

    • Maiden Pink

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 3a-10b

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    Dianthus deltoides plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus deltoides

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink, purple and white blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus deltoides

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A wide mat of loose foliage sends up delicate stems, each offering a small, fragrant flower varying in color from white to purple. The sure and long-blooming plant enjoys full or partial sun. If deadheaded, this species will flower heaviest in early summer and again in fall. Maiden Pinks are named for their habit of partially closing their petals at dusk, like a shy maiden would.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Dianthus deltoides plant

    How to Grow Dianthus deltoides

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink
      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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