Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Fringed blooms
Growth Habit
Low cushion
Bloom Season
Spring summer
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Flowering Plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
10–20 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Low
Hardiness Zones
4–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
20–25 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well drained gritty soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this Dianthus valued by alpine gardeners?
Why is this Dianthus valued by alpine gardeners?
Its compact habit and hardy nature make it suitable for alpine beds and well-drained rock gardens.
Can it grow in shallow alpine troughs?
Can it grow in shallow alpine troughs?
Yes. Compact plants adapt well to troughs and raised alpine displays.
Which companion plants work well with it?
Which companion plants work well with it?
Creeping thyme, saxifrages, alpine campanulas, and sedums create balanced combinations.
Does it stay neat throughout the season?
Does it stay neat throughout the season?
Yes. Plants generally maintain a tidy cushion-like growth habit.
Can decorative gravel improve its presentation?
Can decorative gravel improve its presentation?
Yes. Gravel mulch highlights the flowers while keeping the planting area clean.
Is it suitable for collectors' alpine displays?
Is it suitable for collectors' alpine displays?
Yes. Its distinctive appearance makes it attractive in specialized alpine collections.