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Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly'

Also Known As

  • Pinks

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 9"
  • W: 15"

planting zones

  • 5a-10a

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Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly' plant details

Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 9 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aptly named, 'Frilly's' semidouble flowers are just that, bright pink with fringed petals and a dainty look. Sue and Peter Russell of Mills Farm Plants in England bred this cultivar as one of their highly successful 'Mendlesham Series', a group of Dianthus selected for neat, compact form, demure appearance, intense fragrance, and repeat bloom. Hardy to zone 5.

Gardening facts about Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly' plant

How to Grow Dianthus 'Mendlesham Frilly'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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