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Dianthus subacaulis
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 6"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Dianthus subacaulis plant details
Dianthus subacaulis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus subacaulis
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: caryophyllaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: colonizing, container plant, rock garden, trough garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus subacaulis
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Dianthus subacaulis
By: Sten Porse
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How to Grow Dianthus subacaulis
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 6"-8"
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- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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