Valda Kitty carnation
Dianthus 'Valda Kitty'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Red
Notes
'Valda Kitty' carnation (Dianthus 'Valda Kitty') is a perennial for borders, edging, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It bears fragrant red flowers in late spring, again in early to late summer, and again in early to mid autumn. It sits low on the menu for deer. The plant grows 12 to 18 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide.
Pairs well with Fountain grass, Blue star creeper, and Boxwood.