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Pinks/
Carnations
Dianthus
Description:
Pretty flowers in shades of red, maroon, pink and magenta bloom atop compact
mounds of foliage usually grey-green, blue-green or deep green.
Flowers bloom prolifically in early summer, but some may re-bloom in fall if
the spent flowers are removed. They make a terrific border or edging
plant and also look great planted in mass. |
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| Common Name: |
Sweet William, Cheddar Pinks,
Pinks, Carnations |
| Botanical
Name: |
Dianthus deltoides, Dianthus
barbatus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus |
| Type: |
Perennial |
| Soil
Preference: |
Dianthus grow best in loose,
well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Lime can be added to the
soil if it is naturally acidic to raise the pH. If planting area is
hot and dry, regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary.
However, they are tolerant of short periods of dryness. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Dianthus can be grown in full
sun or part shade. |
| Attributes: |
Fragrant, border, edging,
mass plant, drought tolerant, salt tolerant, attracts butterflies, deer
resistant |
| Pests: |
N/A |
| Diseases: |
Bacterial spot, leaf spot, stem rot, fusarium
wilt |
| Good Companion
Plants: |
Campanula,
Gaillardia, Coral Bells,
Hardy Geranium, Hens & Chicks, Lamb's Ear,
Tickseed |
| Care: |
Cut the spent flowers to maintain neatness of
the plant and to promote growth. Do a thorough clean-up in the
fall to prevent pest and disease problems, and add a layer of mulch to
protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up,
remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot. Dianthus can be propagated by
division every few years in early spring, just as the new growth begins to
appear. This is recommended because Dianthus tends to be a short-lived
perennial otherwise. Planting Instructions: Perennials
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
| Varieties: |
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Dianthus
'Desmond'
Carnations/Pinks
zones 3-9
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| Description:
Gorgeous double, deep red, 2" wide blossoms look like miniature roses and
smell like them too! They contrast sharply against a background of silvery,
evergreen foliage. D. 'Desmond' is a prolific bloomer. If deadheaded, it
will flower in early summer and in the fall. |
| Bloom Color: |
Red |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Silvery Green |
| Height: |
12" |
| Spread: |
12" |
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Dianthus
'Eastern Star'
Star Series Carnations/Pinks
zones 5-9
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| Description:
Large, red flowers with raisin-red centers have a velvety appearance which
is highlighted by subtle wisps of soft pink along the edges. Even more
wonderful, they exude the spicy scent of cloves. Though budding is most
prolific in early summer, plants will rebloom in the fall if spent flowers
are removed. The evergreen foliage is a glaucous blue-green, forming compact
mounds about 7" tall and wide. The Dianthus 'Star' series is a recent
Plant Haven introduction from breeder John Whetman of HR Whetman and Son in
Devon, England. Though they are described as alpine dianthus, they are
actually more complex and are an improvement over the species. |
| Bloom Color: |
Red |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Blue-green |
| Height: |
7" |
| Spread: |
7" |
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Dianthus
'Fire Star'
Star Series Carnations/Pinks
zones 6-9
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| Description:
Vivid fire red flowers have a deeper crimson eye, making this a "saturated
red bicolor". The evergreen, glaucous grey-green foliage provides a stark
contrast for these shockingly bright flowers. Even more wonderful, they
exude the spicy scent of cloves. Though budding is most prolific in early
summer, plants will rebloom in the fall if spent flowers are removed. D.
'Fire Star' is slightly taller and bushier than D. 'Eastern Star' and has
proven to be a vigorous grower. The Dianthus 'Star' series is a recent
Plant Haven introduction from breeder John Whetman of HR Whetman and Son in
Devon, England. Though they are described as alpine dianthus, they are
actually more complex and are an improvement over the species. |
| Bloom Color: |
Red |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Grey-green |
| Height: |
8" |
| Spread: |
8" |
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Dianthus
'Firewitch'
(gratianopolitanus)
Cheddar Pinks/Carnations
zones 3-9
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| Description:
Shocking magenta-pink, upward-facing blooms which exude the scent of cloves
appear in masses above silvery-blue mats of evergreen foliage. Each of the 5
petals have serrated edges, looking as if they have been trimmed with
pinking shears, hence the common name 'Pinks'. If deadheaded, this species
will flower heaviest in early summer and again in fall. Cheddar Pinks
are native to Cheddar Gorge, England, the same town which is famous for its
cheddar cheese. |
| Bloom Color: |
Magenta pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Silvery Blue |
| Height: |
7-8" |
| Spread: |
12" |
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Dianthus
'Heart Attack'
(barbatus)
Perennial Sweet William
zones 4-9
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| Description:
Very deep crimson red, carnation-like flowers really make a statement up
against the glossy, dark green, lance-like foliage. The leaves are deep red
when they emerge in spring. This cultivar has proven to have more perennial
characteristics than others in the species which are biennial. It originates
from southern Europe. This genus prefers full sun to partial shade with
somewhat alkaline, well-drained soil. For the best appearance, clean up the
previous year's foliage in the spring. Deadheading the lateral buds will
prolong the blooming period to 6-8 weeks. |
| Bloom Color: |
Red |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Dark Green |
| Height: |
24" |
| Spread: |
12" |
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Dianthus
'Neon Star'
Star Series Carnations/Pinks
zones 5-9
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| Description:
Vibrant, florescent pink flowers cover the evergreen, glaucous blue-grey
foliage. The habit is compact and mounding to a height of about 7" tall and
wide. Even more wonderful, the flowers exude the spicy scent of cloves.
Though budding is most prolific in early summer, plants often rebloom in the
fall. The Dianthus 'Star' series is a recent Plant Haven introduction from
breeder John Whetman of HR Whetman and Son in Devon, England. Though they
are described as alpine dianthus, they are actually more complex and are an
improvement over the species. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Blue-Grey |
| Height: |
7" |
| Spread: |
7" |
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Dianthus
'Raspberry Swirl'
AKA 'Devon Siskin'
Carnations/Pinks
zones 6-9
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| Description:
(Formerly named 'Siskin Clock') A mesmerizing dianthus! The young flowers
have very light pink petals with a deep maroon picotee edge and central
disc. As they age, the petals fade to white and the picotee edges changes to
magenta. These awesome blooms carpet loose mounds of gray-green foliage in
early summer. If deadheaded, they will re-bloom in the fall. A member
of the new Whetman Dessert Series, 'Raspberry Swirl' is a Plant Haven
introduction from breeder John Whetman of HR Whetman and Son in Devon,
England. Plants in this series tend to be very vigorous with a more open
habit than the Whetman Star Series. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink, white & maroon |
| Bloom Time: |
Early Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Grey-green |
| Height: |
7" |
| Spread: |
9" |
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Dianthus
'Shooting Star'
Star Series Carnations/Pinks
zones 5-9
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| Description:
Overlapping petals of magenta purple with plum rings around the centers
describe the outstanding flowers of D. 'Shooting Star'. Even more wonderful,
they exude the spicy scent of cloves. Though budding is most prolific in
early summer, plants will rebloom in the fall if spent flowers are removed.
The evergreen foliage is a glaucous blue-green, forming compact mounds about
7" tall and wide. The Dianthus 'Star' series is a recent Plant Haven
introduction from breeder John Whetman of HR Whetman and Son in Devon,
England. Though they are described as alpine dianthus, they are actually
more complex and are an improvement over the species. |
| Bloom Color: |
Magenta purple |
| Bloom Time: |
Early summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Blue-green |
| Height: |
7" |
| Spread: |
12" |
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Dianthus
'Spangled Star'
Star Series Carnations/Pinks
zones 5-9
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| Description:
An intricate pattern of red and pink is embroidered upon these unique
flowers. Petals are scarlet red accented by pale pink serrated edges,
throats, and blotches (2 per petal). These sparkling flowers exude the scent
of cloves. Though budding is most prolific in early summer, plants often
rebloom in fall. The evergreen foliage is a glaucous grey-green, forming
compact mounds about 7" tall and wide. The Dianthus 'Star' series is a
recent Plant Haven introduction from breeder John Whetman of HR Whetman and
Son in Devon, England. Though they are described as alpine dianthus, they
are actually more complex and are an improvement over the species. |
| Bloom Color: |
Reds & pinks |
| Bloom Time: |
Early summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Grey-green |
| Height: |
7" |
| Spread: |
7" |
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Dianthus
'Strawberry Sorbet'
Carnations/Pinks
zones 5-9
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| Description:
Another exciting new addition to the Whetman Dessert Series, 'Strawberry
Sorbet' has intricately patterned deep velvety red flowers with bright pink
splotched petals and a matching picotee edge. Each fragrant blossom measures
about 1 1/2 inches wide, providing terrific color impact in the garden or in
containers. They contrast superbly with the mounded, blue-green foliage.
'Strawberry Sorbet' is a Plant Haven introduction from breeder John Whetman
of HR Whetman and Son in Devon, England. Plants in this series tend to be
very vigorous with a more open habit than the Whetman Star Series |
| Bloom Color: |
Red |
| Bloom Time: |
Early summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Blue-green |
| Height: |
14" |
| Spread: |
18" |
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Dianthus
'Tiny Rubies'
(gratianopolitanus)
Cheddar Pinks
zones 3-9
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| Description:
Double, deep rose-pink, upward-facing blooms which exude the scent of cloves
appear in masses above dense, globe-shaped mounds of deep green, evergreen
foliage. Each of the 5 petals have serrated edges, looking as if they have
been trimmed with pinking shears, hence the common name 'Pinks'. If
deadheaded, this species will flower heaviest in early summer and again in
fall. Cheddar Pinks are native to Cheddar Gorge, England, the same town
which is famous for its cheddar cheese. |
| Bloom Color: |
Rose-pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Early summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Deep green |
| Height: |
4-5" |
| Spread: |
12-18" |
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