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Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White'

Also Known As

  • Itsaul White Garden Pink

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White' plant details

Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A lovely addition for the white garden (or for the color mediator role), this 8-12" Dianthus has attractive bluish, heat-tolerant foliage and a fully-double, it?s-all-white! flower with a spicy vanilla scent. S/M

Gardening facts about Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White' plant

How to Grow Dianthus plumarius 'Itsaul White'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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