Dianthus American Pie® Bumbleberry Pie - Pink Carnation

Royal Horticulturist Society Award of Garden Merit

Dianthus Bumbleberry Pie is a gorgeous member of the Dianthus Whetman® American Pie® Collection, embodying the quintessence of an herbaceous perennial that delights through three seasons of vibrant color and fragrance. From the early days of spring through to the fall, it unfurls a spectacle of large, frilly flowers, each up to 2 inches in diameter. These blooms, saturated in rose-pink and highlighted with a distinctive magenta center, are a testament to the beauty of pink carnation flowers, drawing in bees and butterflies with their spicy scent. Supported by sturdy stems, they float above the lush foliage, forming clusters that not only enhance the garden's visual appeal but also serve as exquisite, long-lasting elements in floral arrangements.

The Dianthus Bumbleberry Pie, with its pink carnation blooms, is a celebration of nature's artistry, showcasing a palette of color tones that may vary, adding uniqueness to each plant. As a product of Mother Nature, it represents a harmonious blend of aesthetic appeal and ecological function. This pink carnation flower thrives in sunny locations, flourishing in moderately fertile, evenly moist, well-draining, gritty loams with a pH of 5.5 to 6.2. Its compact, mounding habit is accentuated when massed in landscapes or grouped in mixed beds, borders, and containers, offering a splendid display of grassy silver-blue leaves that embody the charm of cottage garden plants.

Beyond its visual allure, Dianthus Bumbleberry Pie is renowned for its cold and drought tolerance, improved disease resistance, and deer resistance, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking low maintenance yet strikingly beautiful plants. Regular care, such as deadheading spent flowers and a trim post-bloom, encourages a robust display of blooms and fresh growth, ensuring that your garden remains a vibrant showcase of pink carnation flowers throughout the growing seasons.

In every sense, the Dianthus Bumbleberry Pie is a versatile plant that enriches gardens with its color, fragrance, and resilience. Whether used to accentuate rockeries, borders, or floral arrangements, it ensures that each space is transformed into a showcase of natural beauty, with every flower serving as a product of meticulous care and environmental harmony. As such, this pink carnation flower stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of garden classics, offering a seamless blend of tradition and adaptability.

Sweet smelling dianthus flowers are also known by their common names: carnations, pinks, and sweet William. A family with hundreds of low maintenance varieties, you can find a carnation color and bloom style for nearly any garden purpose.