Botanical Interests
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This plant will surely attract attention! In late spring, the lovely, blue-green mound of leaves is covered with masses of heavily fringed, edible blooms creating a rainbow of color in white, pink, lilac, and rose that butterflies can't resist. Some flowers may be bicolored or have contrasting eyes or rings. The sweet, flowery scent is often compared to jasmine. The mild-clove-flavored petals make a colorful garnish to salads, desserts, and cold drinks. (The flower's central disk, while edible, can be bitter.) A wonderful choice for an old-fashioned cottage garden, cutting garden, or perennial border.
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Variety Info
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Native: Southeast and middle Europe
Hardiness: Short-lived perennial in USDA zones 3-9
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Spring
Plant Dimensions: 12"–18" tall
Variety Info: Sweetly scented, 1"–1½" white, pink, rose, red, purplish, bi-colored flowers. Edges are heavily fringed.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Sow up until early summer for bloom the following year.
When to Start Inside: 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date.
Sprouts in: 14–30 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): Surface to ⅛"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 8"
Thinning: When ½" tall, thin to 1 every 8"
- Cindy K.FL, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 3, 2025Beautiful with a pleasant perfume fragrance!
I started these seeds during the winter here in Florida. I did start them indoors, but it took them a long time to really start to take off. As I introduced them to outside, it appears they really wanted the warmer weather to start to thrive! Now they are looking great and smell so good, too! I wish I had grown more! Now I wonder if I can grow them in my flowerbeds because they look so nice!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Container - Gorgeous G.Rated 5 out of 5 starsDec 7, 20245 Stars
beautiful flowers with a wonderful light fragrance.
- KERRY O.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 24, 20245 Stars
Was so surprised as I never
From seed grew a plant that essentially grew itself
With no assistance from me whatsoever. A lovely perennial plant with an even more lovely fragrance of bloom.
Highly recommend. Fresh seed sprouted immediately.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Julie D.Rated 5 out of 5 starsApr 10, 20245 Stars
I have had great success with Botanical Interest seeds for many years, from bumble bee tomatoes to Cottage Pinks, annuals, perennials and micro greens. I love the selection and reliability and mostly, that i can find them at my local Agway and other garden centers. Although, I have also ordered online. Some people get excited over shoes but seeds are my thing!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Meryss J. P.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 starsApr 19, 2026End of April here in Galesburg, Illinois zone 5 B
I used these in Winter Sowing and looks like they did germinate pretty well. Can’t wait to see them bloom and hope they will add new colors to my perennial dianthus.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningApr 19, 2026Hey Meryss,
We're so excited to hear your Rainbow Loveliness Cottage Pinks Seeds germinated well through winter sowing! That's such a smart technique for zone 5B - those seeds got the perfect cold stratification they needed. You're going to absolutely love the gorgeous mix of colors these cottage pinks will bring to your perennial dianthus collection! The blooms are so charming with their delicate fringed petals and sweet fragrance. What a wonderful addition they'll make to your garden! Keep on growing 🌻️
