
Zone
5 - 9
Mature Height
12 in
Mature Width
12 in
Light
Full SunWater
Moist, well-drainedSoil
Normal, loamy
Description / Dianthus American Pie® Key Lime Pie - Green Carnations
Dianthus American Pie® Key Lime Pie is the perfect way to indulge in a slice of pure botanical bliss. This exceptional perennial offers an abundance of unique green carnation flowers that grace sturdy stems, showcasing their captivating beauty without any drooping. Whether you're looking to pick a few green carnations for a vibrant floral arrangement or to simply admire their long-lasting allure, Key Lime Pie delivers on all fronts. Its single green carnation flowers enchant with white petals and a fresh apple green center, creating a unique aesthetic that is sure to turn heads.
What sets Key Lime Pie apart is its specially bred dianthus genetics, focusing on cultivating exceptionally large green carnation flowers that stand out from the crowd. These magnificent blooms not only boast impressive size, but also emit a heady, spicy scent that adds another layer of sensory delight to your outdoor space. And the beauty of green carnations doesn't end there. With Key Lime Pie, you'll enjoy an extended blooming period from early summer to early fall, as this delightful green dianthus graces your garden with its continuous flowering.
Beyond its stunning appearance and captivating fragrance, Dianthus American Pie Key Lime Pie is a welcome treat for pollinators. Butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects will flock to these beautiful green carnations, creating a vibrant and lively ecosystem within your garden. As an added bonus, the distinctive fragrance of this green dianthus deters deer, making it a fantastic choice for those seeking a deer-resistant option. This green dianthus has everything you need to elevate your borders, containers, and rock gardens, breathing new life into every corner of your outdoor oasis.
When it comes to exceptional Dianthus breeding, one name stands above the rest: Whetman® Pinks. This UK-based breeder and propagator has earned a reputation for excellence, with their green carnation genetics considered the gold standard in the industry. Renowned for their cold and drought tolerance, Whetman varieties have received prestigious accolades such as the RHS Award of Garden Merit. These remarkable carnations have even graced the famed RHS Chelsea Flower Show, captivating audiences with their unrivaled beauty.
Sweet smelling dianthus flowers are also known by their common names: carnations, pinks, and sweet William. A family with hundreds of low maintenance varieties, you can find a carnation color and bloom style for nearly any garden purpose.
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Variety: 'Wp15 Pie41'
Bloom Color: Green, White
Foliage Color: Dark GreenMedium Green
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Light Requirements: Full Sun
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Uses: Special Features: Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
State Shipping Restrictions: GU, HI, PR, VI