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    Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group]

    Also Known As

    • Dianthus barbatus nanus 'Midget'
    • Midget Sweet William

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group] plant details

    Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group] is a low-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group]

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
    Flowers: red and white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group]

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

    Gardening facts about Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group] plant

    How to Grow Dianthus barbatus [Midget Group]

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • red

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-18"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
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    Dianthus 'London Delight'

    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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    Dianthus 'Spotty'

    aka Spotty Pink

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
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    Dianthus carthusianorum

    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
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    Dianthus plumarius

    aka Cottage Pinks

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    3a-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Dianthus plumarius flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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