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    Dianthus erinaceus

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 4"-6"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Dianthus erinaceus plant details

    Dianthus erinaceus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus erinaceus

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in summer
    Uses: rare

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus erinaceus

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Rick Lupp's clone of this rare Kaz Dagh endemic; compact spiny mounds, pink flowers sit right on the cushion, one of the tightest species, it resents being too wet in winter.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Dianthus erinaceus plant

    How to Grow Dianthus erinaceus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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