Dianthus chinensis 'Siberian Blues'

Also Known As

Dianthus 'Siberian Blues'
Dianthus amurensis 'Siberian Blue'
Amur Pink, Amur River Pink

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Dianthus chinensis 'Siberian Blues' plant details

Dianthus chinensis 'Siberian Blues' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer lavender, magenta, pink and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus chinensis 'Siberian Blues'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender, magenta, pink and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus chinensis 'Siberian Blues'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the Amur River region of Siberia, this little guy just blooms itself silly - from late spring 'til Frost with deadheading! Blooms stand on stems to 12", blooming in singles or triples over a mound of 2" long lance shaped green leaves. Occasionally short lived like many plants that bloom themselves to death but reseeds or you can collect them and sow them yourself. They're easy to start. They are much more long lived in superbly drained, gritty soil and areas that aren't hot and humid. In wet soil they can get crown rot. Why bother? Because they bloom all season with a scent that is utterly intoxicating!!