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Dianthus Star™ ‘Starburst’


Whetman Star Pinks

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.181.420


Border Pinks have been popular in gardens for centuries. This British introduction produces large, semi-double, frilly, cherry-red flowers splashed with white. The flowers are held erect on long, upright stems over a compact mound of blue-green, grassy foliage. Flowers have a spicy fragrance. Attractive to butterflies. Great cut flower. Excellent for edging, in rock gardens and containers. Deadhead regularly to encourage more buds to form. The flower petals of all types of Dianthus are edible. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other alpine plants. Evergreen. One of the Star™ collection from Whetman® Pinks in Devon, UK. USPP#21162: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus Star™ ‘Starburst’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Red
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Blue
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   10-20 cm
   4-8 inches
Spread
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Dianthus Star™ ‘Starburst’


Whetman Star Pinks

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.181.420


Border Pinks have been popular in gardens for centuries. This British introduction produces large, semi-double, frilly, cherry-red flowers splashed with white. The flowers are held erect on long, upright stems over a compact mound of blue-green, grassy foliage. Flowers have a spicy fragrance. Attractive to butterflies. Great cut flower. Excellent for edging, in rock gardens and containers. Deadhead regularly to encourage more buds to form. The flower petals of all types of Dianthus are edible. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other alpine plants. Evergreen. One of the Star™ collection from Whetman® Pinks in Devon, UK. USPP#21162: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus Star™ ‘Starburst’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Red
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Blue
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   10-20 cm
   4-8 inches
Spread
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.