- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 20 Inches
- Mature Spread 8 - 20 Inches
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
- Use As A Filler In Containers
Are you looking for a plant that will add class and vibrancy to your garden with minimal effort? Kahori® Dianthus, commonly known as a carnation, will brighten your garden with its radiant, pink-colored blooms, beautiful silvery-blue, evergreen foliage, and aromatic scent! The name Dianthus comes from the Greek words dios and anthos, meaning divine and flower, and the name Kahori comes from the Japanese word for fragrance. This flower certainly lives up to its name, blooming long and bright from May to July, and can blossom into early fall with proper pruning.
Hardy in zones 4-8, Kahori® Dianthus will lure butterflies, hummingbirds, and a plethora of pollinators with its incredibly enticing scent. This herbaceous perennial is deer resistant, drought tolerant, cold tolerant, and marvelously low maintenance. You can easily cut flowers for indoor decoration. In addition, its tidy, compact form makes it perfect for borders and containers.
Kahori® Dianthus Care
Plant Kahori® Dianthus from early spring to late fall, in well-drained, average soil, in an area with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. The more sun, the better! It is incredibly adaptable to different soil types but prefers drier, slightly more alkaline soil. If you have acidic soil, you can raise the pH by mixing in lime, which you can find at most garden and hardware stores. Water lightly once a day for the first few weeks after being transplanted. Once established, soak the roots twice a week. If you plant it in soil with a high clay content, water it less, as this soil has higher water retention. Mix some fertilizer into the soil when planting for the first time, or fertilize once in the early spring and halfway through the growing season for established plants. Use a formula to encourage blooming, and add a layer of mulch or compost annually in the winter.
As the season progresses, remove spent flowers by pinching them off or trimming where the base of the flower stem meets the main stem. This type of pruning is called deadheading and encourages new flower growth all season. Prune back foliage as needed to keep the desired shape. Leave the entire plant up for the winter, and prune back to 4 inches above the ground in early spring. Dig up and divide this perennial every three to four years to stimulate new, healthy growth and extend your garden.
Kahori® Dianthus Spacing
With a mature height of 20 inches and a spread of 8-20 inches, take care to space your plants at least 12 inches apart in a grouping. If choosing to grow in a container, use a pot no smaller than 8 inches in diameter.
Kahori® Dianthus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 20 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 8 - 20 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Bright Pink |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Low |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Edging, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Kahori® Dianthus |
| Other Name(s): Kahori® Hardy Pinks |
| Scientific Name: Dianthus x Kahori® |
- SKU:
- 1231005499-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations