"Pinks" bring English cottage garden style to borders everywhere. And no one breeds them like Pinks by Whetman, the specialists in Dianthus since 1936.

Dianthus is a cosmopolitan genus with over 300 species. A perennial garden staple for centuries, its hybrids now number literally in the tens of thousands. We've selected our favorites for vigor, beauty, and versatility.

Explore these strong performers in three unique series, all hardy for Zones 5-8.

Early Bird™ Series

First to bloom! These sweetly scented varieties begin blooming on sturdy stems as early as late February or early March. This compact series grows to a mature height of six inches, just right for a window box, basket, or planter.

Sherbet PP21418

Fizzy PP21394

Frosty PP23894

Radiance PP21824

American Pie® Series

Abundant flowers add an alluring aroma that fills the air, like a slice of mom's freshly baked dessert. This cold hardy, drought-tolerant, mound-forming collection is bred for superior performance in the perennial border or containers. Single blooms, on strong 10-12" stems, make great cut flowers.

Georgia Peach Pie PP29900

Key Lime Pie PP29834

Bumbleberry Pie PP3025

Scent First® Patio and Pot Series

Selected for exceptional perfume, prolonged blooming, and excellent garden performance. This award-winning series is naturally compact and free flowering. After the main flush of blooms, simple maintenance will promote strong rebloom. The silver-blue foliage of 'Coral Reef' matures to 8-10", just right for smaller spaces. Passion and Romance are prime for the perennial border, topping out at just under a foot tall.

'Coral Reef' PP19660

Passion PP20440

Romance PP21843

Follow your nose, it always knows. You too can grow crowd favorite, easy-as-pie Dianthus when you start with quality liners from your friends at Emerald Coast Growers– your easy choice!