Dianthus 'Old Vermont'

Also Known As

Dianthus hybrid 'Old Vermont'
Old Vermont Clove Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 18"

planting zones

4a-9b

Dianthus 'Old Vermont' plant details

Dianthus 'Old Vermont' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Old Vermont'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Old Vermont'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Discovered in an old cemetery in Vermont, this fragrant foundling has lovely double flowers of lavender pink on wiry stems held above the green foliage.