Dianthus EverLast Lilac Eye (Pink)
Extremely floriferous in each season, Dianthus ‘EverLast Lilac Eye’ (Pink) is a striking evergreen perennial with masses of strongly fragrant, lilac-pink, ruffled flowers adorned with deep burgundy centers. Blooming in spring, late into summer, and again in fall, the cheerful blossoms rise on erect stems above a low cushion of grassy, blue-green leaves.
Extremely floriferous in each season, Dianthus 'EverLast Lilac Eye' (Pink) is a striking evergreen perennial with masses of strongly fragrant, lilac-pink, ruffled flowers adorned with deep burgundy centers. Blooming in spring, late into summer, and again in fall, the cheerful blossoms rise on erect stems above a low cushion of grassy, blue-green leaves. Easy to grow, and perfect for adding a long-lasting splash of color in the garden, this Garden Pink is an excellent addition to the sunny rock garden, fabulous in containers and a brilliant edger at the front of the border.
- Grows up to 8-12 in. tall (20-30 cm) and 10-14 in. wide (25-35 cm).
- Prefers full sun and enjoys neutral to alkaline, well-drained soils.
- Extremely versatile, this Dianthus is ideal for rock gardens, border fronts, garden edging or containers.
- Attracts bees and butterflies, but is ignored by deer and rabbits.
- Deadhead to prolong flowering. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a tight, compact mound.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5 – 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Dianthus |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Late)Fall |
| Height | 8" – 1' (20cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 2' (25cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 15″ (37cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |