Dianthus Star Double™ Starlette

Whetman Star Pinks

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.180.890

(=‘Evian’) This collection is considered the best in Dianthus genetics with attractive, mounding foliage, excellent vigour and heat tolerance. Pinks are especially popular as edging plants or in the rock garden. This selection forms a low, grassy, cushion of grey-green leaves, bearing upright stems of double, deep raspberry-pink, frilled flowers that have a darker raspberry-pink eye and a spicy clove fragrance. Drought tolerant once established. Shear lightly after blooming. Flowers may be attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. This selection may well prove to be hardy to Zone 3 or colder, but excellent drainage is essential. One of the Star Double™ collection from Whetman® Pinks in Devon, UK. USPP#21438: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus Star Double™ Starlette

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

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Late Spring

Foliage Color
Blue
Grey 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
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
15-20 cm
6-8 inches

Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium