Park Seed Dianthus Sugar N' Spice
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking continuous, fragrant seasonal color.
These perennials are the ultimate low-effort workhorses for anyone who wants constant color without the constant upkeep. While you sacrifice the height of traditional garden staples, you gain a fragrant, tri-color display that thrives from spring through fall with almost zero fuss.
$24.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking fragrant, sensory-rich outdoor living spaces
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, long-lasting seasonal color
- Container gardeners needing compact, tidy plants for small spaces
Who should skip it
- Gardeners looking for permanent, long-lived perennial landscape staples
- Shady-yard owners lacking consistent, direct daily sunlight
- Gardeners in humid climates with heavy, poorly draining soil
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering from spring through fall provides exceptional seasonal garden color.
Maintenance Effort
Low-care requirements make this an ideal choice for busy home gardeners.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant, nectar-rich blooms serve as a magnet for local bees and butterflies.
Landscape Versatility
Compact mounding habit fits perfectly in containers, borders, or mass plantings.
Establishment Speed
Reliable first-year blooming ensures immediate visual impact for new landscapes.
Foliage Aesthetics
Striking silver-blue leaves provide year-round interest even when not in bloom.
Key Specs
SKU
29418
Genus
Dianthus
Variety
Sugar N' Spice
Item Form
1-Quart
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal, loamy
Bloom Start
Early Spring
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Size
12" H x 12" W
Soil pH
5.5 - 6.2
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