Dianthus andronakii
Also Known As
- Dianthus andronatii
- Cottage Pinks
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Dianthus andronakii plant details
Dianthus andronakii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus andronakii
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: caryophyllaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
- Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus andronakii
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, rocky and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Dianthus andronakii plant
How to Grow Dianthus andronakii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
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Width: 6"-8"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"-12"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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- sun
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