Devon Xera carnation
Dianthus 'Devon Xera'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size6 to 9 inches tall6 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Red with deeper crimson eye
Notes
'Devon Xera' carnation (Dianthus 'Devon Xera') is a perennial with fragrant red flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. Red blooms with a deeper crimson eye open in late spring and early to mid summer. Deer tend to browse other plants first. It grows 6 to 9 inches tall and spreads 6 to 12 inches.
Pairs well with Avens, Feather reed grass, and Japanese forest grass.