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.