Dianthus - Hardy Pinks or Sweet William

Dianthus is derived from the Greek for devine flower and so it is.  Sometimes referred to as a Border Carnation, it is but one member of the large family of hundred of carnation species.  The Border name fits as well, because of their tidy, neat growth habit, they are most desired in border gardens and make excellent cut flowers.  Nearly all are dwarf growing making the front of the garden the most suitable spot.

See also Dianthus in our Annuals page for the chinensis  variety of Pinks

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Common Name: 'Hardy Pinks'
Botanical Name : Dianthus grandiflorum  'Eastern Star'

Large spicy scented red flowers have a definitive raisin red center. The floral display offers a velvety appearance highlighted with subtle wisps of soft pink along the edges. The blue-green foliage add to the snappy detailing.

Matures 6-8" tall x 18-24" wide.      Hardy to Zone 3.    

Common Name: 'Cheddar Pinks'
Botanical Name : Dianthus gratianopolitanus  'Firewitch'    Sorry, Sold Out for 2008

2006 PERENNIAL PLANT of the YEAR.  This outstanding variety forms a low clump of grassy blue-gray foliage, with a long summer display of fragrant single magenta-pink blooms. Dreamy is the word that will come to mind when you catch a glimpse of this trailing, floriferous plant in bloom. Shear plants back lightly after blooming to maintain a tight, compact habit. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or even in a container garden and enjoy the spectacle. Combines beautifully with other low alpine plants. Attractive to butterflies.

Matures 3-5" tall x 18-24" wide.          Hardy to Zone 3.    

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