Dianthus STAR DOUBLE 'Starlette'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking fragrant, long-lasting seasonal color.
Dianthus STAR DOUBLE 'Starlette' is a resilient evergreen perennial offering three seasons of vibrant color. It produces masses of small, deeply fringed, raspberry pink double blooms continuously from spring through fall. These flowers carry a spicy clove scent, attracting beneficial pollinators. Known as pinks or carnations, this variety forms a dense, mounding habit of attractive silver-blue, grassy leaves, making it an excellent choice for cottage gardens, containers, borders, and mass plantings.
$22.95
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Category Rank
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-17%
Below average
Item Form
1
/ -Quart
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting seasonal color
- Landscapers wanting high-impact, lush floral displays
- Homeowners looking to add fragrance to outdoor living spaces
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy, water-retaining clay soil
- Busy hobbyists preferring low-maintenance plant varieties
- Residents in humid climates with limited airflow
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from spring through fall provides exceptional seasonal color.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant, nectar-rich blooms act as a magnet for local garden pollinators.
Hardiness and Resilience
Drought and deer resistance make this a low-maintenance landscape staple.
Foliage Aesthetics
Silver-blue grassy leaves provide visual interest even when not in bloom.
Versatility
Compact mounding habit excels in containers, borders, or mass groundcover plantings.
Cut Flower Quality
Spicy clove scent and sturdy stems make these ideal for bouquets.
Key Specs
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
7 inches
Mature Width
7 inches
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Bloom Color
Magenta, Dark Pink
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Continuous flowering from spring to fall
- Fragrant double blooms
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Deer and drought resistant
- Silver-blue foliage
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Repeat bloomer
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the exceptional quality and vigor of the Dianthus 'Starlette' upon arrival, noting the plants are healthy and ready to thrive. Reviewers frequently highlight the stunning, vibrant double blooms and the delightful, strong fragrance as major design wins. The plant's reliable performance and ability to establish quickly make it a garden favorite, delivering impressive visual impact and sensory pleasure.
Know before you buy
This variety is a prolific repeat bloomer that produces flowers continuously from spring through fall, providing three full seasons of color.
Yes, this Dianthus variety is deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where wildlife pressure is a concern.
It thrives in well-drained, loamy soil. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot, so avoid planting it in areas where water tends to pool.
Absolutely. Its compact, mounding habit and 7-inch mature size make it an excellent candidate for containers, window boxes, or as a colorful border edging.
It is quite low-maintenance and drought-resistant once established. Simply ensure it receives full sun and moderate watering to keep the foliage healthy and the blooms coming.
Yes, the fragrant, double-petaled blooms are perfect for small floral arrangements. They offer a spicy clove scent that adds a pleasant fragrance to indoor spaces.
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