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Dianthus arenarius 'Little Maiden'

Also Known As

  • Dianthus arenarius f. nanus 'Little Maiden'
  • Little Maiden Sand Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 3a-9a

Dianthus arenarius 'Little Maiden' plant details

Dianthus arenarius 'Little Maiden' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects 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 arenarius 'Little Maiden'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus arenarius 'Little Maiden'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pure white frilly fragrant flowers.Compact.

Gardening facts about Dianthus arenarius 'Little Maiden' plant

How to Grow Dianthus arenarius 'Little Maiden'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

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Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 12"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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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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Plant Type

Perennial, Groundcover

Zones

3a-10b

Size

Height: 18"

Width: 12"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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