Wayside Gardens Dianthus
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking fragrant, continuous blooms.
These evergreen perennials are the ultimate low-effort workhorses for your garden, delivering a non-stop parade of fragrant, frilly blooms from spring until the first frost. While they demand well-draining soil and plenty of sun, they reward that specific setup with deer-resistant color that keeps your borders looking lush and vibrant all season long.
$22.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, vibrant color for borders or pots
- Busy homeowners wanting long-lasting, reliable seasonal blooms
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring hardy, returning perennial plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy, water-retaining clay soil conditions
- Hands-off gardeners who dislike regular maintenance tasks
- Fragrance enthusiasts prioritizing scent over visual intensity
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering from spring through frost offers exceptional seasonal color payoff.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established in soil.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a reliable magnet for local bees and butterflies.
Pest Resistance
Deer-resistant nature protects your garden investment from common browsing wildlife.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to borders, containers, or as a dense ground cover.
Cut Flower Utility
Frilly, fragrant stems provide a charming, long-lasting addition to indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
SKU
29246
Item Form
1-Quart
Bloom Color
Magenta
Foliage Color
Medium Green
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Time
Early Spring to Early Fall
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Mature Height
0.83 feet
Mature Width
1.0 feet
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