Dianthus, Rockin Purple

Dianthus x barbatus Rockin'™ Purple (Sweet William)

The Rockin’™ Series are tough and reliable and are very floriferous with blooms from spring to fall. Trimming after the first flowering encourages a new flush of fresh blooms. Plant in mass for color to rival annuals or try with Geranium, Salvia and Verbena. Grows 18-24" tall. Plant 18" apart.

Plant Type Perennials
Hardiness Zone 5-8
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Height18" - 24" (in)
Spread6" - 12" (in)
Spacing 18" (in)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers
Dianthus, Rockin Purple | Dianthus x barbatus Rockin'™ Purple (Sweet William) || The Rockin’™ Series are tough and reliable and are very floriferous with blooms from spring to fall. Trimming after the first flowering encourages a new flush of fresh blooms. Plant in mass for color to rival annuals or try with Geranium, Salvia and Verbena. Grows 18-24" tall. Plant 18" apart.
Full Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers
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