Dianthus 'Olivia Bella' | Olivia Bella Dianthus
DESCRIPTION
Dianthus 'Olivia Bella' is a charming perennial that delights with its dark pink flowers adorned with white ruffled edges and a red eye. The blooms emit a sweet fragrance, making them as delightful to smell as they are to see. Flowering from late spring into summer, this dianthus creates a soft and romantic display, with blooms held above neat mounds of silvery-green foliage.
Originating from cultivated selections of Dianthus, 'Olivia Bella' is a standout for its elegant blooms and garden performance. Its compact habit and long-lasting flowers make it a versatile choice for borders, rock gardens, or containers. With its blend of beauty and fragrance, this cultivar adds a timeless appeal to cottage gardens and modern planting schemes alike.
DESCRIPTION
Dianthus 'Olivia Bella' is a charming perennial that delights with its dark pink flowers adorned with white ruffled edges and a red eye. The blooms emit a sweet fragrance, making them as delightful to smell as they are to see. Flowering from late spring into summer, this dianthus creates a soft and romantic display, with blooms held above neat mounds of silvery-green foliage.
Originating from cultivated selections of Dianthus, 'Olivia Bella' is a standout for its elegant blooms and garden performance. Its compact habit and long-lasting flowers make it a versatile choice for borders, rock gardens, or containers. With its blend of beauty and fragrance, this cultivar adds a timeless appeal to cottage gardens and modern planting schemes alike.
DESCRIPTION
Dianthus 'Olivia Bella' is a charming perennial that delights with its dark pink flowers adorned with white ruffled edges and a red eye. The blooms emit a sweet fragrance, making them as delightful to smell as they are to see. Flowering from late spring into summer, this dianthus creates a soft and romantic display, with blooms held above neat mounds of silvery-green foliage.
Originating from cultivated selections of Dianthus, 'Olivia Bella' is a standout for its elegant blooms and garden performance. Its compact habit and long-lasting flowers make it a versatile choice for borders, rock gardens, or containers. With its blend of beauty and fragrance, this cultivar adds a timeless appeal to cottage gardens and modern planting schemes alike.
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Family: Caryophyllaceae
Height: 10 to 12 inches
Width: 12 to 14 inches
Foliage color: Silvery-green
Flower color: Dark pink with a red eye and white edge
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer; often reblooms in fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming
Growing zone: Zones 5-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
