Dianthus 'Bath's Pink'

Also Known As

Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Bath's Pink'
Bath's Pink Cheddar Pink

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 6"-24"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' plant details

Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Bath's Pink'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: clove-scented, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Bath's Pink'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mat forming species with grey -green foliage and very fragrant, single, deep pink flowers that have slightly bearded, toothed petals. A perfect patio or path edger

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

One of the nicest Dianthus & 1 of the most tolerant of heat ; humidity ... this vigorous & tough, 6-12", grey' needled', mat-former provides a long season of 1", clove-scented, soft-pink fringed flowers. SUN/Med/GdDrain

By: Forestfarm

Fragrant pale pink or lilac flowers with fine purple veins, on thin stalks to 12". Plants are remarkably heat tolerant and are a fine accent in colorful borders.