Dianthus 'Inchmery'

Common name(s): pinks, clove pinks, hardy pinks

Description: perennial; an antique cultivar grown since the 1700s. Flat, double shell pink flowers that pale as they age. Exceptionally fragrant, clove-scented flowers that bloom later and for longer than many dianthus. Narrow, blue-green foliage forms a low mound.

Height: to 10 in. Spread: to 18 in.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: medicine, ornamental, cut flowers, culinary - flowers can be candied or used as a garnish

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below