Dianthus Star™ Single ‘Neon Star’

Whetman Star Pinks

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.180.800

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 deep magenta-pink single flowers with a spicy clove fragrance. Drought tolerant once established. Shear lightly after blooming. Flowers may be attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. This selection from the Star™ Single series from Whetman® Pinks in Devon, UK may well prove to be hardy to Zone 3 or colder, but excellent drainage is essential. USPP#14549, CPBR#2751: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Dianthus Star™ Single ‘Neon 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
Deep Pink

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Grey 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
15-20 cm
6-8 inches

Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Slow