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    Dianthus gratianopolitanus

    Also Known As

    • Dianthus caesius
    • Cheddar Pink
    • Cheddar Pinks

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"-8"
    • W: 8"-16"

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

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    Dianthus gratianopolitanus plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus gratianopolitanus

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue and green
    Mature size: 8 IN - 16 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in summer
    Uses: clove-scented, fragrant, showy, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus gratianopolitanus

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The classic cheddar pink, spicy clove fragrance and abundant flowers.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    An old fashioned favorite, this mat forming species, with gray-green grassy leaves, is perfect for the rock garden or cascading over walls. Sweetly fragrant flowers are a deep pink produced in summer.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Dianthus gratianopolitanus plant

    How to Grow Dianthus gratianopolitanus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Dianthus superbus

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Dianthus superbus close-up, flower by Stan Shebs
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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
    Photo of Dianthus 'London Delight' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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
    Photo of Dianthus 'Spotty' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Dianthus carthusianorum

    aka Dianthus 'Clusterhead Pink', Dianthus carthusianorum 'Clusterhead Pink', Carnation, Clusterhead Pink, Pinks

    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 plumarius

    aka Cottage Pinks

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    3a-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Dianthus plumarius flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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