Dianthus Flower Seeds – Fragrant Blooming Perennial Garden Variety

Overview

Dianthus Seeds produce charming, fragrant flowers with fringed petals in brilliant shades of pink, red, white, and lavender. Commonly known as Pinks or Sweet William, Dianthus is prized for its long-lasting blooms and spicy clove-like scent.

These hardy plants thrive in full sunlight and well-drained soil, making them ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and containers. With their compact growth and prolific flowering, Dianthus adds elegance and fragrance to any garden all season long.

Features

• Premium quality non-GMO Dianthus seeds
• Produces fragrant, frilled blooms in multiple colors
• Hardy perennial (or annual in cooler zones)
• Excellent for borders, rock gardens, and containers
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Dianthus / Sweet William / Pinks (Dianthus barbatus / Dianthus chinensis)
• Seed Type: Perennial (grown as annual/biennial in cooler zones), open-pollinated, non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring or early summer (after frost danger)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9 (varies by species)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours daily)
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.5
• Sowing Method: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow outdoors; lightly cover seeds
• Germination Time: 7–14 days at 65–75°F
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days from sowing
• Spacing: 8–12 inches between plants
• Plant Height: 6–24 inches tall (depending on variety)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
• Bloom Season: Late spring through fall
• Yield: Continuous blooms throughout warm months
• Storage Use: Dried seeds can be stored in cool, dark conditions for next planting season