Rainbow Loveliness (Dianthus barbatus) This stunning heirloom species was introduced in the mid 1920’s. A lovely highly fragrant dianthus with deeply fringed, spider-like petals of pastel pink, rose, white, and lavender. Rainbow Loveliness is a soft perennial in some regions (zone 6 -10) but can be considered as an annual since it often will bloom the first year from seed. Prefers full sun, but will tolerate 2-3 hours of partial shade/day. Plants reach 12-16” in height. Blooms begin in late spring lasting throughout summer months.
Hardiness: Zone 3
30 seeds per packet $4.45
Planting Instructions: Sow seed 1/8” deep in early spring and keep moist. Room temperature is sufficient. Can be direct sown in spring to fall for blooms the following year. Space plants 8 inches apart.
