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Dianthus Seeds - Arenarius

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 8

HEIGHT
8 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Summer

BLOOM COLOR
White

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 9

HEIGHT
8 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Spring and summer

BLOOM COLOR
Red

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SEASON
Annual

USDA ZONES
4 - 8

HEIGHT
8 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Summer

BLOOM COLOR
White & red

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 8

HEIGHT
16 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to early fall

BLOOM COLOR
Mix

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well drained, soil pH 6.0 - 8.0

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 8

HEIGHT
16 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to early fall

BLOOM COLOR
White

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well drained, soil pH 6.0 - 8.0

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 8

HEIGHT
16 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to early fall

BLOOM COLOR
Red

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well drained, soil pH 6.0 - 8.0

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 8

HEIGHT
16 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to early fall

BLOOM COLOR
Mix

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well drained, soil pH 6.0 - 8.0

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No

SEASON
Annual

USDA ZONES
4 - 8

HEIGHT
14 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Summer

BLOOM COLOR
Black & white

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No
About...
Dianthus (Dianthus Arenarius White) - Easy-to-grow from Dianthus flower seed, these white, 1 inch blooms in mid-summer adorn Dianthus Arenarius on its narrow, blue-green leaves. When in bloom, the flowers have a sweet scent. Dianthus Arenarius is a good plant for the rock garden or the front of the border, or use as a mass planting.MORE DIANTHUS OPTIONS
Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes

DEPTH
Cover lightly 1/16 inch

SOWING RATE
1000 seeds per 20 square feet

MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING
12 - 18 inches









Dianthus (Dianthus Arenarius White) - Easy-to-grow from Dianthus flower seed, these white, 1 inch blooms in mid-summer adorn Dianthus Arenarius on its narrow, blue-green leaves. When in bloom, the flowers have a sweet scent. Dianthus Arenarius white is a good plant for the xeriscape rock garden or the front of the border, or use as a ground cover plant.
This Dianthus perennial plant needs well-drained soil. Planting flower seeds at the edge of a rock garden or wall works well. After it is done blooming, cut stems back to foliage for a second bloom season in late summer. Dianthus Arenarius is a pretty drought tolerant ground cover plant.
For early blooms, sow Dianthus Arenarius ground cover seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before frost season is over. Use sterile starter mix and sow seeds on the surface. Barely cover Dianthus seeds with soil. Transplant seedlings outdoors when temperatures have warmed. Or, directly sow ground cover seeds outdoors into prepared soil after frost season has passed. Lightly cover Dianthus seeds 1/16 inch and keep them moist until germination.
Common Questions
What planting locations work well with dianthus?
Dianthus plants add a lovely touch to any container garden with their mounding shape and extended blooming period. When planted in garden beds, position them at the front and along borders to enjoy their delightful clove scent. These plants are a great addition to a butterfly and hummingbird garden as their nectar attracts both creatures. Dianthus also flourishes in an alpine or rock garden due to their preference for fast-draining soil.
Will dianthus spread on its own?
Dianthus can spread about a foot from the plant by self-seeding.
Are dianthus plants easy to care for?
With the right growing conditions, dianthus plants are low-maintenance and ideal for novice gardeners.
Can dianthus plants grow indoors?
Dianthus plants can be started indoors when growing from seed or being propagated, but most dianthus plants are typically grown outdoors long-term.
What plants are similar to dianthus?
Consider plants such as snow in summer or creeping phlox if you're looking for blooms similar to dianthus that can also be used as groundcovers.
Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE
68F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 28 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes

DEPTH
Cover lightly 1/16 inch

SOWING RATE
Approximately 5000 seeds covers 100 square feet

MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING
12 inches
Maiden Pink (Dianthus Deltoides Red) - Grow this outstanding, low growing flower from Dianthus seeds! Commonly called Maiden Pink, this perennial remains green year round with 1 inch fragrant blooms of pink and red hues concentrated at the top during its blooming season from spring to summer. This is a mat-forming species with dark green leaves and is so rewarding to grow.
Rock garden flower
Maiden Pink is an evergreen, low-growing flower that is perfect for sowing in rock gardens, as an edging, or between paving stones as a ground cover.

Dianthus seed | maiden pink red
How to grow
How To Grow Dianthus From Seed: Maiden Pink seeds take about 14 days to germinate. Sow the seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before last frost, and transplant when plants are 3 inches high.
Or sow Dianthus flower seeds directly outside as soon as soil can be prepared and cover with 1/16 inch of topsoil. Might take a full year before flowering.
- Sowing Rate: Approximately 5,000 seeds covers 100 square feet
- Average Germ Time: 14 - 28 days
- Keep moist until germination
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Depth: Do not cover but press seed into soil

Flower Specifications
Maiden Pink flowers keep their beauty even during the hottest summer months. It is a liberal self-sower, dropping its own flower seeds, so it will fill in nicely, making it a great ground cover or border plant.
- Height: 8 inches
- USDA Zones: 3 - 9
- Season: Perennial
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Drought Tolerant: Yes