Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack'

Also Known As

Dianthus barbatus Heart Attack
Perennial Sweet William

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 6"-8"

planting zones

4a-9a

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Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack' plant details

Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer black and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: black and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, long-blooming, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A fantastic Sweet William that won?t leave you after two seasons!; this long-lived incarnation boasts dark crimson carnation-like flowers above dark-green strap-like foliage form 1 x 1' clumps; cut back after flowering to prolong bloom time. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack' has deep crimson red, carnation-like flowers that really make a statement up against the glossy, dark green, lance-like foliage. The leaves are deep red when they emerge in spring. In trials this cultivar has proven to have more perennial characteristics than others in the species which are biennial. Additionally, sweet williams have a tendency to be more perennial with our benign winters in coastal BC. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens.