Dianthus, Annual (Dianthus)
Dianthus, Annual Plant Features
Jumpstart the color show in your early-spring garden with a generous helping of annual dianthus. These cheery, fragrant annuals come in shades of pink, rose, white, lavender and bi-colors. As an extra bonus, annual dianthus has blue-green foliage that adds an extra dose of color to beds, borders, and containers. Annual dianthus is a sun worshipper that grows 6 to 12 inches tall, depending on the variety. Butterflies love the plants nectar-laden flowers.Dianthus Questions?
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Dianthus, Annual Growing Instructions
Annual dianthus needs a sunny spot that receives at least 6 to 8 inches of direct sun a day. Water whenever the soil feels dry to the touch and remove faded flowers as they appear to encourage more bloom. Feed annual dianthus with a little slow-release granular fertilizer at planting time.Dianthus is not recommended for human or animal consumption.
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Water
Medium water needs
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Light
Outside: Sun
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Colors
Pink
Red
Variegated
White
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Special Features
Attracts butterflies
Colorful foliage
Deer/rabbit resistant
Fragrant flowers/foliage
Complement your Dianthus, Annual
Geranium, AnnualAnnual geraniums and Annual dianthus work well together in window boxes and planters.
Marigold
Dwarf Marigold and Annual Dianthus are a stunning combination. Both of these compact annuals grow well in containers.
Dusty Miller
The gray foliage of Dusty Miller complements the blue-green color of Annual Dianthus leaves.
