Dianthus alpinus 'Pixie Star'

Pink, Carnation

Family: Caryophyllaceae Pink


Type Annual, perennial
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, container, ground cover, rock garden, seashore, specimen
Height 4" to 7" / 10cm to 20cm
Spread 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, alkaline
Soil type Sandy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing