Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Spotty'

Cheddar Pink, Rock Garden Pink

Family: Caryophyllaceae Pink


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red, white
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Semi-evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Blue, silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage