Heart carnation
Dianthus 'Heart'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 6 inches tall6 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink with red-purple staining
Notes
'Heart' carnation (Dianthus 'Heart') is a perennial for borders, edging, rock gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It stays low at 3 to 6 inches tall and spreads 6 to 12 inches. The fragrant pink blooms have red-purple staining and open from late spring to mid summer. Deer tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Gladiator ornamental onion, Angel Cheeks peony, and Apricotta cosmos.