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Dianthus 'Rubin'

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Dianthus 'Rubin' (border pinks) bears bright pink and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid summer. The foliage is greyish aquamarine and light grey in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container and edging.
Special Characteristics Dianthus 'Rubin' attracts butterflies to your garden. Dianthus 'Rubin' tolerates drought and light foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.