Dianthus - Seeds

Dianthus - Seeds (red flower)

Perennial flower seeds

Quantity: 600 Bulk Seeds

Family: Caryophyllaceae, Dianthus
Height: 8-15"
Growth rate: moderate to fast; low upright to lower spreading
Foliage: green to gray-green, opposite, entire, usually linear, often glaucous
Flowers: Pink/Red, summer, solitary or few-flowered inflorescence
Hardiness: zones 3-4 to 7-8
Soil: well-drained, slightly alkaline preferred
Light: sun
Growing Dianthus Plants from Seed
You can start Dianthus seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost is expected for spring planting and blooms during the first year. If you prefer, you can sow the seeds directly into a sunny location in the garden. Plant your seeds 1/8" deep in light, well-drained soil. Firm the soil over your seeds and keep it moist until the plants are sprouted and have begun growing.  These directly sown plants will probably not flower until the following year.

Dianthus flower seeds are easy to grow and they produce a wide variety of colors and forms. Dianthus seeds can be started indoors or outdoors in the spring.