Whetman Stars Stargazer carnation
Dianthus 'Whetman Stars Stargazer'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Whetman Stars Stargazer' carnation (Dianthus 'Whetman Stars Stargazer') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. It blooms in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. The fragrant flowers attract butterflies and bees.
Pairs well with Blue fescue, Cora Louise peony, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.