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Dianthus nitidus

Also Known As

  • Carpathian Glossy Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-12"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Dianthus nitidus plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus nitidus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus nitidus

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Foliage forms the standard rock garden dianthus tight green mound, but the flowers are a bit different, on thin, upright stems 4-6 inches tall in summer. I like it a quite a bit. Makes a nice upright accent in a rock garden or trough. Zone 4

Gardening facts about Dianthus nitidus plant

How to Grow Dianthus nitidus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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