Pink 'Neon Star', Neon Star Pink, Star Single Series
Compact and vigorous, Dianthus ‘Neon Star’ (Pink) is a charming evergreen perennial with masses of iridescent, clove scented, single cerise flowers, up to 1.5 in. across (4 cm). Blooming from late spring to late summer (with regular deadheading), the frilly blossoms rise on sturdy stems above a tidy mound of grassy, silver-blue leaves. Easy to grow, and perfect for adding a splash of color in the garden, this Garden Pink is an excellent addition to the sunny border, rock garden or containers. Drought and heat tolerant.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Common names | Pink, Gillyflower, Dianthus Flower |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
| Height | 6" - 8" (15cm - 20cm) |
| Spread | 6" - 8" (15cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing | 8" (20cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Common names | Pink, Gillyflower, Dianthus Flower |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
| Height | 6" - 8" (15cm - 20cm) |
| Spread | 6" - 8" (15cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing | 8" (20cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden |
How many Dianthus ‘Neon Star’ (Pink) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Dianthus ‘Neon Star’ (Pink) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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