Wayside Gardens Dianthus Star
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting, fragrant floral displays.
These star-shaped blooms bring a sophisticated, spicy fragrance to your garden without the typical high-maintenance fuss of perennials. While you sacrifice the height of traditional border plants, you gain a reliable, season-long display of color that thrives with minimal intervention.
$16.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact visual focal points
- Busy homeowners wanting long-lasting seasonal color
- Landscapers needing low-maintenance edging solutions
Who should skip it
- Gardeners dealing with heavy, poorly draining clay soils
- Low-effort gardeners preferring strictly hands-off plant varieties
- Fragrance enthusiasts prioritizing intense, heavy floral scents
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from spring through fall provides exceptional seasonal color.
Maintenance Effort
Low-maintenance habit makes this an ideal choice for busy gardeners.
Pollinator Appeal
Spicy fragrance and star-shaped blooms effectively draw butterflies to the landscape.
Versatility
Compact size works perfectly in containers, borders, or as cut flowers.
Establishment Speed
Reliable first-year blooming ensures immediate visual impact in the garden.
Hardiness Range
Broad adaptability across zones five through nine suits most temperate climates.
Key Specs
SKU
38161
Genus
Dianthus
Variety
'Wp13 Gil05'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
6 inches
Mature Width
7 inches
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Plant Type
Flower, Perennial, Groundcover
Growth Habit
Groundcover
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