Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Dianthus hybrida ‘WP13 GIL05’
Stargazer Dianthus
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Height
- 10 to 12 inches
- Width
- 12 to 14 inches
- Flower color
- White with a dark pink to red center
- Foliage color
- Gray-green
- Bloom time
- Late spring through summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; deadheading improves appearance and encourages continuous blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and bees
About this plant
Dianthus hybrida 'WP13 GIL05', also known as Stargazer Dianthus, is a striking perennial featuring frilly white petals with a dark pink to red center. The vivid contrast between the crisp white edges and the bold central color makes these blooms particularly eye-catching. Blooming from late spring through summer, the flowers exude a sweet fragrance, adding sensory appeal to garden borders, containers, or mixed beds.
Bred for its exceptional color and form, Stargazer Dianthus is a modern hybrid designed to provide continuous floral interest throughout the growing season. Its frilly, textured petals and repeat blooming make it an ideal choice for gardeners looking for both beauty and resilience. The compact size and vibrant flowers also make it perfect for smaller spaces or as a focal point in mixed plantings.
Works well in
Cottage Gardens · Rock Gardens · Pathways & Walkways · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Candytuft · Purple coneflowers · Salvias · Blue fescue · Yarrows · Creeping phlox
Design tip
Position this distinctive dianthus where visitors naturally view it from above, such as beside patios or along raised beds. The intricate flower patterns become more noticeable at close range, adding refined detail that rewards careful observation throughout the blooming season.
