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Dianthus 'Spot On'

Also Known As

  • Spot On Garden Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-10"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Dianthus 'Spot On' plant details

Dianthus 'Spot On' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer red and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus 'Spot On'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus 'Spot On'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bred in NZ for improved habit, rebloom, and foliage quality, this compact (silvery foliage to 3" high x 10" across) winner produces spice-scented, 1-2" white flowers with a bright red center on 8-10" stems, March-Sept! S/M

Gardening facts about Dianthus 'Spot On' plant

How to Grow Dianthus 'Spot On'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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