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Part II: Good Rock Garden Plants

by NARGS contributors

Dianthus alpinus
[dye-an-thus al-pie-nus]

A mat-forming plant, with a spread of 8-10". Deep green, almost lush, strap-shaped leaves with large (1" or more), attractive, late spring flowers varying from deep rose to white. The plant prefers a light, well-drained limy soil in sun or light shade. Slugs are a problem in the Northwest. Switzerland to Russia. Zones 3-8.