Tiny Rubies Dianthus is a dwarf mat-forming semi-evergreen perennial with grey green foliage and hairy stems. Masses of fragrant, brilliantly pink double flowers bloom first in late spring into summer, and again later in summer if deadheaded. Blooms best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well-drained soil.
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- 0.5' |
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Spread: |
0.5’ - 1’ |
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Spacing: |
0.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Deadhead to extend bloom. Susceptible to rot and rust. Crown rot may occur in poorly-drained soils.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Foundational Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Phlox, Speedwell, Coneflower
IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Dianthus gratianopolitanus Tiny Rubies 7zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Patrick Standish, Tiny Rubies Dianthus, (3) Photo by David J. Stang, Dianthus gratianopolitanus Tiny Rubies 6zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (5) Photo by David J. Stang, Dianthus gratianopolitanus Tiny Rubies 5zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
