Dianthus 'Desmond'

Carnation, Pink

Family: Caryophyllaceae Pink


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, container, rock garden, seashore, specimen
Height 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green, silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing