An improved, compact Carthusian Dianthus with rosy-red flowers.
Pronunciation
(dye-AN-thus)
Plant Type
All Plants, Perennials Hardy
Hardiness Zone
5
Sunlight
full
Moisture
average
Soil & Site
well drained
Temperature
tolerates cooler temperatures
Leaves
slender, grass like
Roots
fiborous
Dimensions
6 inches tall, spreads 8 inches, small busy plants
Propagation
seeds
Cultivar Origin
Introduced by Jelitto Perennial Seeds in 2005.
Misc Facts
Genus name is derived from Greek Di (of Zeus or Jove) or dios (god or divine) and antho- (flower) components meaning 'Jupiter's flower or divine flower (www.plantlives.com).