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Dianthus Seeds - Superbus Mix
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Superb Pink (Dianthus Superbus Hybrids Mix) - Start this Dianthus flower seed mix for shades of red, rose and white. Dianthus Superbus mix is a perennial Dianthus that reaches approximately 16 inches in height. Dianthus Superbus is hardy to zone 3 and is not frost tender.MORE DIANTHUS OPTIONS
Flower Specifications
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
3 - 8
HEIGHT
16 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to early fall
BLOOM COLOR
Mix
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Well drained, soil pH 6.0 - 8.0
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
No
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
60 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Cover lightly 1/16 inch
SOWING RATE
Approximately 5000 seeds covers 100 square feet
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
14 inches
Unique Dianthus
The dianthus superbus series features significantly frilled flowers that are fairly different from standard dianthus flowers.
Hardy Perennial
How to Grow
Sow dianthus seed indoors 4 - 6 weeks before the last expected frost. Use a sterile starter mix and surface sow seeds before covering lightly with soil. Keep seeds moist until germination. Under proper conditions, seeds will germinate in 1-2 weeks. Transplant established seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. For directly sowing these seeds outdoors, wait until danger of frost has passed, and directly sow seed into prepared beds. Lightly cover 1/16 inch and keep seeds moist.
- Environment: full sun
- Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-8.0
- Sowing rate: 5000 sds to 100 sq. ft.
Plant Specifications
Dianthus Superbus is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 8. This is a medium-height dianthus variety that is useful as a feature flower due to its unique, heavily-fringed petals.
- Bloom color: mix
- Bloom season: late spring to early fall
- Plant height: 16 inches
Superb Pink (Dianthus Superbus Hybrids Mix) - Start this Dianthus flower seed mix for shades of red, rose and white. Dianthus Superbus mix is a perennial Dianthus that reaches approximately 16 inches in height. Dianthus Superbus is hardy to zone 3 and is not frost tender. It typically will flower from late spring to early fall and will begin flowering the first year even when started from flower seeds. Commonly called Superb Pink, these Dianthus flowers are heavily fringed and are also very fragrant. Superb Pinks are a great addition for any flower bed or border, creating a lush mound of blooms.
Sow Dianthus Superbus seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before last frost. Use sterile starter mix, and sow the Dianthus seed on top, covering lightly with soil. Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost season has passed. For directly sowing Dianthus flower seeds outdoors, wait until danger of frost is over, and directly sow Dianthus seed into prepared beds. Lightly cover 1/16 inch and keep seeds moist.