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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

    Gardening facts about Dianthus subacaulis plant

    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, 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'

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    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    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
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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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