Dianthus 'Unique'

Also Known As

Pinks

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"
W: 14"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Dianthus 'Unique' plant details

Dianthus 'Unique' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring and summer burgundy and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Unique'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 14 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy and pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Unique'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark velvet crimson markings with deep pink feathering bloom July to August. Wonderfully clove-scented. 8", dense, compact. Minimum temperature: -15?F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

A spectacular 17th-century cultivar, this handsome compact Dianthus is one of the rarest of old pinks. Stunning, frilled single flowers are so richly colored they look like velvet, the pink center set off by glowing red and dark crimson markings and deep pink feathering. The look is matched only by the delicious, almost intoxicating, clove fragrance. For an opulent blend of colors, plant with Lobelia 'La Fresco' and Schizachyrium.