Dianthus Rainbow Loveliness Mixed Flower Seeds . 150 Seeds
Dianthus 'Rainbow Loveliness' is a perennial plant known for its fragrant, fringed flowers that come in various colors, including pink, lilac, and white. It is often used in gardens and can attract butterflies, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardening. The petals are edible and can be used as a garnish in salads and desserts. The flowers have a strong, sweet scent reminiscent of jasmine and rose.
Cherished since the 1920s, these vibrant blooms give off a lovely fragrance and showcase the traditional dianthus fringed petal feature. They're perfect for vintage, cut flower, or romantic gardens.
This classic variety has been celebrated for its powerful perfume and stunning colors - lilac, rose, carmine, white, and purple. With their beautifully patterned flowers and fringed petals, these gorgeous plants will definitely enhance your flower patch. Plus, they're resistant to deer while being appealing to bees and butterflies.
Name: Dianthus ‘Rainbow Loveliness’
Scientific Name: Dianthus hybridus
Color: lilac, rose, carmine, white, and purple
Plant Seeds: Outdoors After Frost / Indoors Weeks Before Last Frost
Hardiness Zones: 3-8
Plant Height: 12-16"
Plant Spacing: 15 - 18"
Cycle: Perennial
Bloom Season - Spring, Summer
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Soil & Water Preferences: Average
Other: Attracts bees, birds, & butterflies
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,
Sowing: After the last spring frost, directly sow the seeds just beneath the surface and lightly compact the soil. If you want to start the seeds indoors, do so 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring by planting them just below the surface in a flat; make sure to compress the soil a bit and keep it consistently moist. Maintain a temperature of 60 degrees F until germination, which should occur within 14-20 days. Remember to thin or transplant the seedlings.
Growing: This plant does well in dry or rocky soils. Water the seedlings until they are established; once mature, they can tolerate drought and will only need watering during extremely dry spells. Typically, this plant forms a rosette of leaves in its first season and produces a flowering stalk in the second summer, although it might bloom in the first year if started early enough. It self-seeds easily, but you can remove any unwanted volunteer seedlings. Additionally, this plant attracts bees and butterflies while being resistant to deer.
