10 Seeds Cheddar Pinks Dianthus gratianopolitanus Perennial Flower

Cheddar Pinks is a low-growing perennial dianthus cherished for its fragrant, fringed rose-pink blooms and dense mat of narrow blue-green foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it forms tidy, spreading clumps that bring long-lasting color and texture to rock gardens, borders, and edging.
These cheerful flowers are lovely in alpine beds, containers, and along pathways where their sweet clove-like scent can be enjoyed up close. The compact foliage stays attractive through the season, making it a dependable choice for mixed perennial plantings and pollinator-friendly gardens. Plants prefer well-drained soil and tolerate drought once established.
Species: Dianthus gratianopolitanus
Type: Perennial
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, mat-forming
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or gritty soil
Zones: 3 to 8
Germination: 14 to 21 days at 65 to 70F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press seeds into soil, do not bury deeply
Spacing: 8 to 12 inches
Notes: Blooms in late spring to early summer with fragrant pink flowers