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    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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Probably the tallest Dianthus species that I have ever imagined. Picture florescent pink flowers atop 36-48" stems emanating from a clump of finely textured, glaucous foliage.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    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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    Zones

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    Size

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - regular
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