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Dianthus 'Miss Pinky'

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 40 - 50 cm (16 - 20 in)
Spread 25 - 45 cm (10 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Dianthus 'Miss Pinky' produces showy, light pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid spring to late summer. This plant is mound shaped in form and has matte, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is greyish green in colour. Dianthus 'Miss Pinky' is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, hanging basket and specimen.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Dianthus 'Miss Pinky' . Dianthus 'Miss Pinky' is tolerant of drought.