When planting dianthus, look for a location with full sun—ideally, one that enjoys at least six hours of sunlight per day. If that's not an option, partial shade is suitable, to… See more

The cooler months of spring and fall are the ideal time for planting. Dig a hole roughly twice … See more

Pests attracted to dianthus include aphids, grasshoppers, slugs, snails, and sow bugs. Deer don't like dianthus, due to their smell, taste, and toxicity. But watch out for other critters: Ra… See more

Many dianthus species are short-lived, lasting just a few years. For a continued presence of dianthus in your garden, there are different ways of propagation. Plant seeds outd… See more