Botanical profile

Dianthus 'Kahori'

Latin name
Dianthus Kahori®
Common name
Carnation 'Kahori®'
Type
Perennial
Family
Caryophyllaceae

Fragrant and floriferous , Dianthus Kahori® is a compact, ground-covering perennial carnation, renowned for its intense fuchsia pink blooms and captivating sweet fragrance . From late spring and throughout the summer, it is covered in single flowers with a slightly darker eye, borne above dense blue-green foliage. With a low growth habit (20 to 25 cm in height), it is perfect for borders, rockeries, low walls, planters or gravel gardens . Highly drought-resistant , hardy and undemanding, 'Kahori®' thrives in full sun and tolerates well-drained soils, even poor ones. It is a robust and long-flowering perennial, ideal for attracting pollinators and bringing color, fragrance and structure to small spaces as well as large beds.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Weak
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained, Limestone
Minimum temperature
'-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
May-September
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
8 inches (20.5 cm)
Width
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.