Dee's Gardens
Common Name
Dianthus or Pinks
Botanical Name
Dianthus 'Desmond'
Zones
3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Light
Requirements
Full Sun, Light Shade
Water Needs
Average to somewhat Low
Soil
Average well drained slightly Alkaline
Height
12"
Spread
12"
Critter Resistance
Deer
Other
 The foliage and blooms will not be lush if
grown in hot dry areas.  Regular watering
during dry spells will keep your plant healthy.
 A short lived perennial that can reseed but
named varieties do not come true from seed.
Plant Size
2 1/2" Pot
Ships
March - April
Dianthus 'Desmond' has deep red 2" wide blooms that smell like roses!
 This one is a prolific bloomer and has beautiful contrasting
silvery-evergreen foliage.  Deadheading will promote blooming.