Dianthus: Zing - Seeds & Bulbs

You won't believe these flowers when you see them - these starry wonders are the most vivid crimson-scarlet you will ever see. Sprawling stems form an excellent ground cover. You will enjoy starting this perennial from seed - and it will bloom the first year. Blooms for 8 to 10 weeks during the summer. Used in borders, as an edging, or in rock gardens.

Average Count: 125 Seeds

Flower Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer to fall
Height: 6" to 12"
Exposure: Full Sun

When to Sow Outside: Early Spring, 2 to 4 weeks before average last frost up to 2 months before the first fall frost.
When to Sow Inside: 8 to 10 weeks before average last frost.
Seed Depth: 1/8 " to 1/16"
Seed Spacing: 1/2"
Days to Emerge: 15 to 20
Thinning: When 1/2" tall thin to 6" apart