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Dianthus nardiformus

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Dianthus nardiformus plant details

Dianthus nardiformus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - 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 nardiformus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant, rock garden, trough garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus nardiformus

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long lived in the garden and like no other Dianthus we grow, weird open bushlets of interlaced fine foliage give an airy look to the rock garden. _ZONE 4

Gardening facts about Dianthus nardiformus plant

How to Grow Dianthus nardiformus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • grassy

See other plant types of Dianthus for your garden

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka London Delight Pink

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 12"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Spotty Pink

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
Photo of Dianthus 'Spotty' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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aka Dianthus 'Clusterhead Pink', Dianthus carthusianorum 'Clusterhead Pink', Carnation, Clusterhead Pink, Pinks

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 6"-9"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
Photo of Dianthus carthusianorum flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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aka Cottage Pinks

Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

3a-10b

Size

Height: 18"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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