Cheddar pink (Dianthus 'Bath's Pink') dy-ANN-thus Genus:  Dianthus

Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' is a stunning, wide-spreading ground cover with grassy, blue-green foliage and pink flowers. Use it to edge a bed or grow it in your rock garden for a splash of cool color. To keep its blooms going, be sure to deadhead.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Its flowers are pink and have a spicy, clove-like scent.

Care: 

Grow in full sun and average to sandy well-drained soil. Will not tolerate standing water, but great for rock gardens and sites that are on the dry side.

Propagation: 

 From seed or softwood cuttings.

Problems: 

 No serious disease or insect problems.

Overview

Height 6 in. to 12 in. Spread 6 in. to 12 in. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Song Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Fragrant Flowers, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Spring, Late Summer, Spring, Summer Flower Color Pink Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Cut Flower, Edging, Ground Covers, Sun Style Cottage Garden, Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant Type Perennials