Dianthus barbatus Auricula Eyed Mix

Also Known As

Dianthus barbatus 'Auricula Eyed'
Auricula Eyed Sweet William

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

Dianthus barbatus Auricula Eyed Mix plant details

Dianthus barbatus Auricula Eyed Mix is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus barbatus Auricula Eyed Mix

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus barbatus Auricula Eyed Mix

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Velvety petals in hues of red and pink bloom create a classic cottage garden scene, paired with foxgloves and bellflowers. A favorite in the 1600s when the herbalist Parkinson described it as "..esteemed for their beauty to decke up gardens, the bosomes of the beautiful, garlands and crowns for pleasure."