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Dianthus 'Icing Sugar'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 7"-12"
  • W: 7"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Dianthus 'Icing Sugar' plant details

Dianthus 'Icing Sugar' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Icing Sugar'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 7 IN - 12 IN - wide, 7 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: alpine, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Icing Sugar'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Dianthus 'Icing Sugar' plant

How to Grow Dianthus 'Icing Sugar'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • grassy

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 6"-9"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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