STAR SINGLE™ Eastern Star Dianthus
Dianthus 'Eastern Star'
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| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
STAR SINGLE™ Eastern Star Dianthus highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
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Growing Zones 5-9
Bold Blooms For Sun & Soil
Looking for a long-blooming, low-growing burst of color that Ma Nature herself might envy? Meet the showstopping STAR SINGLE™ Eastern Star Dianthus (Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Eastern Star'), a fragrant perennial with luminous magenta-red blooms that seem to glow against blue-green foliage.
This sun-loving beauty is part of the STAR SINGLE™ series, bred for exceptional flower power and compact form. Blooming in late spring through early summer and often reblooming in cooler climates, it's a darling of pollinators and gardeners alike.
Low and mounded in habit, this Dianthus only grows about 6–8 inches tall and spreads 10–12 inches wide. The evergreen, narrow, almost silvery blue foliage creates a tidy clump that stays attractive even when it's not in flower. The single-petaled, vivid blooms are star-shaped with a darker eye, held aloft on wiry stems, perfect for adding visual texture and contrast.
Even better? It's fragrant! Not too sweet, but spicy in that classic Clove Pink kind of way.
Key Features
- Bright magenta-red single blooms with darker eye
- Fragrant, spicy-sweet Clove scent
- Low-growing, evergreen, mounded form
- Long bloom period with potential rebloom
- Drought tolerant and deer resistant
- Great for pollinators and xeric landscaping
- Hardy in USDA zones 3–9
Landscaping Uses
This compact, 6–8 inch tall perennial adds a dazzling splash of magenta in small spaces and tough conditions.
Symbolically, Dianthus represents admiration and affection—perfect for planting where it'll be adored. This cultivar is deer-resistant, pollinator-friendly, and fits snugly in the Carnation family alongside other Garden Pinks and Sweet William.
- Front of sunny borders or along pathways
- Rock Gardens or alpine settings
- Groundcover for slopes, retaining walls, or edging
- Containers and trough gardens
- Hell-strips or roadside plantings
- Charming touch in a Cottage Garden design
- Mass plantings on steep slopes or in sunny flower beds
Care and Maintenance
This is a hardy, evergreen herbaceous perennial with a tough-as-nails attitude once established. Hailing from European alpine and rocky meadow origins, Dianthus gratianopolitanus is a cold-hardy and heat-tolerant groundcover for USDA zones 3–9. It thrives in dry, well-drained soils, making it ideal for rock gardens, slopes, borders, and hell strips.
- Planting Time: Early spring to fall. Find Planting and Care Info Here!
- Sun Needs: Full sun (6+ hours)
- Soil Needs: Well-drained, gritty or loamy soil; dislikes wet feet; tolerates poor and rocky soils
- Moisture Needs: Moderate to dry; drought tolerant once established
- Mulch: Apply a 3–4 inch deep layer of arborist mulch around (not on) the crown to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilization Needs: Light feeder; one spring application of balanced fertilizer or compost is sufficient
- Pruning Info: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage rebloom
- Renewal Pruning: Not needed
- Special Perks/Growing Tips:
- Avoid heavy clay or standing water
- Amend with grit or sand for drainage
- Great in raised beds or slopes
- Rabbit and deer-resistant
- Division Info: Divide clumps every 3-5 years in early spring or after blooming to maintain vigor
Star of the Sunny Show
Let STAR SINGLE™ Eastern Star Dianthus shine its way into your sunny garden spaces. With fiery flowers, a spicy perfume, and a tidy form, this little perennial punches above its weight in both beauty and toughness. Use it wherever you want a bit of floral flair without the fuss. Buy now and Nature Hills will ship at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STAR SINGLE™ Eastern Star Dianthus a perennial?
Yes! It’s a fragrant, evergreen herbaceous perennial perfect for zones 3–9.
How big does this Dianthus get?
It stays compact, growing 6–8 inches tall and 10–12 inches wide.
Does it rebloom?
Yes, with proper deadheading, it may rebloom later in the season, especially in cooler zones.
Can it handle poor soil or rocky areas?
Absolutely! It thrives in well-drained, lean soils and is ideal for Rock Gardens.
Is it good for pollinators?
Yes, bees and butterflies adore these spicy-scented flower
