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    Dianthus superbus

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Dianthus superbus plant details

    Dianthus superbus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In spring and summer green and lavender flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus superbus

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: green and lavender blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus superbus

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Its Japanese name, 'Nadesiko,' translates to

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    One of the most indispensable plants for cottage and fragrance gardens. Tough, strong, long, branching stems bear large, fringed, lilac petals with a green eye and deliciously sweet, far-reaching perfume. For smelling pleasure, this is the flower I pick most often from my garden. Very easy to grow, evergreen, and a nice container plant (you can move it close to wherever you sit). Cut dead blooms.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Dianthus superbus plant

    How to Grow Dianthus superbus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • green
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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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
    Photo of Dianthus 'London Delight' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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
    Photo of Dianthus 'Spotty' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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
    Photo of Dianthus carthusianorum flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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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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    Dianthus 'Lady Granville'

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    5a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 9"-12"

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - low
    Photo of Dianthus 'Lady Granville' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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