Dianthus kusnezovii

Also Known As

Dianthus kusnetzovii
Dianthus kusnezowii

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"
W: 15"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Dianthus kusnezovii plant details

Dianthus kusnezovii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus kusnezovii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, trough garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus kusnezovii

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Holubec collected this in the small Caucasus in Georgia near Trialetskij at 2400m in an alpine meadow. Plants were caespitose to prostrate with large round showy white flowers often with dark markings in the manner of D. calizonus. This is the clone that we think has the best flowers. _ZONE 4