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Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia'

Also Known As

  • Ambrosia Fringed Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia' plant details

Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer cream, lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts birds 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 heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: cream, lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, edging plant, floriferous, fragrant, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The most potent pink I’ve grown, with delicate lilac to white feathery flowers that fill the air with their sweetness. Upon close inspection, the shy looking flowers reveal a wash of violet-red calyxes. A rare gem for the fragrance garden. Listed in an 1827 catalog.

Gardening facts about Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia' plant

How to Grow Dianthus superbus 'Ambrosia'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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