Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Dottie'

Cheddar Pink, Rock Garden Pink

Family: Caryophyllaceae Pink


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Late Spring to Mid Summer
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 4" to 6" / 10cm to 15cm
Spread 8" to 12" / 20cm to 30cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Semi-evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage