There
are annual, biennial, and perennial types of dianthus. Species include
Sweet Williams, carnations, and various pinks. Dianthus in general object
to extreme heat combined with humidity, they need at least a half day of sun,
and a soil that is well drained - they prefer a neutral to alkaline soil.
Some dianthus only bloom in the spring, others will bloom off and on during the
summer and some are grown as annuals to bloom all summer long. Most will
rebloom at least once if the old flowers and stems are trimmed off. Some are
more tolerant than others of hot, humid summers.
Yellowing of the foliage may be the result of
fungal problems during wet or humid weather. Full sun and good air circulation
will help limit that problem. Dianthus as a rule require good drainage, so
overwatering or excess rain combined with a heavy soil or poorly drained
location could also cause yellowing. A general rule of thumb for
deadheading perennials (cutting back the spent flowers) is to remove the flowers
and the flower stalk or stem that they are attached to, back to the main stem of
the plant.
Scientific Name: Dianthus gratianopolitanus Zone: '3-8' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus ‘Bath’s Pink’, Dianthus gratianopolitanus, is a beautiful soft, light pink flower. ‘Bath’s Pink’ was the 1999 Theodore Kein Plant Awar... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Caryophyllus Zone: 7-10' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus 'Cinnamin Red Hots', Dianthus Caryophyllushave, brilliant red flowers clustered atop short stems with a delightful fragrance.'Cinnamon... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus x 'Double Spotty' Zone: '4-8' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus ‘Double Spotty', Dianthus x 'Double Spotty, has a wonderful red rose flower with white spots. With its grassy blue-gray foliage and pr... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Hybrids Zone: '4-11' Sun: partial sun
The Dianthus 'Fancy Knickers', Dianthus Hybrid, has elegant white flowers with just a touch of red in the center. Their very compact habit and free... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus gratianopolitanus Zone: '3-8' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus ‘Firewitch’, Dianthus gratianopolitanus, is a beautiful pink flower that can be somewhat lacey and fringed. With its grassy blue-gray ... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus x allwoodii Zone: '3-8' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’, Dianthus x allwoodii, is a wonderful double red flowered Dianthus. With its grassy blue-gray foliage and profuse bloomi... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Hybrids Zone: '4-11' Sun: partial sun
The Dianthus 'Miss Pinky', Dianthus Hybrid, has huge, deep salmon pink blooms that would be a flower-arranger’s delight. Their very compact habit a... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus gratianopolitanus Zone: '4-8' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus ‘Mountain Mist’, Dianthus gratianopolitanus, is a beautiful smoky pink flower that can be somewhat lacey and fringed. With its grassy ... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Barbatus Zone: 4-10' Sun: full Sun
The Dianthus 'Purple Bouquet', Dianthus Barbatushas, a lightly scented, lavender bloom. They have a maximun height of 20 and a spread of 10 to 12 .... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Hybrids Zone: '4-11' Sun: partial sun
The Dianthus 'Rosie Cheeks' has vibrant pink flowers that look especially stunning combined with blue and purple shades. Dianthus will bloom from m... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Hybrids Zone: '4-11' Sun: partial sun
The Dianthus 'Rubys Tuesday', Dianthus Hybrid, has flowers that are a deep red carnation with a sweet fragrance. Their very compact habit and free ... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus Caryophyllus Zone: 5-10' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus,'Tiroler Gebirgshaengenelke', Dianthus Caryophyllus, are mound shaped plants. The grass like leaves are pointed. This plant blooms fro... more
Scientific Name: Dianthus deltoides Zone: '3-8' Sun: full sun
The Dianthus ‘Zing Rose’, Dianthus Deltoides, is a beautiful bright rose/mauve flower. With its grassy blue-gray foliage and profuse blooming time,... more
