Volcano Mix dianthus
Dianthus barbatus 'Volcano Mix'
USDA zones6 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size16 to 24 inches tall
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Red, pink, purple
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Volcano Mix' dianthus (Dianthus barbatus 'Volcano Mix') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. It has a dense habit and bears fragrant red, pink, and purple blooms. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. The colors suit single bunches or mixed bouquets.
Pairs well with Coral Sunset peony, Cornflower, and Eden rose.