Dianthus Star™ Silver Star

Whetman Star Pinks

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.181.040

(=‘WP10 HEL01’) Border Pinks have been popular in gardens for centuries. This British introduction produces large, semi-double, white ruffled flowers with a maroon eye. The flowers are held erect on long, upright stems over a compact mound of blue-green foliage. Flowers have a spicy fragrance. Attractive to butterflies. 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. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus Star™ Silver Star

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
Purple
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
  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