There are only 5 All-America Selection Classics in the world, and we are proud to say that Ideal™ Violet is one of them. Introduced in 1992, it was instantly recognized as a breeding breakthrough, and has never been bettered. This lovely variety was the first Dianthus ever to win the AAS Bedding Plant Award, and has been enjoyed in gardens of all climates ever since.
A cross of D. chinensis (China Pinks) and D. barbatus (Sweet William), Violet is the perfect fall and winter plant in the south, while it is unbeatable for early-spring glory in the north. Bred in the south of France where the summers are hot and the winters cold, it developed a dual tolerance of climate extremes that serves it very well indeed.
These single blooms measure about 1 1/2 inches wide, merrily fringed and shading from deep violet to magenta at the petal tips. They absolutely blanket the petite plant over their long season, beginning earlier than others and staying quite uniform in size, so that they make superb formal plantings. The plant itself is just 10 to 12 inches high and about a foot wide, growing vigorously in any sunny, well-drained spot.
Violet was bred by M. Guy Lassartesse. We are honored to make it available to your garden this season.
| Seeds Per Pack | 100 |
|---|---|
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Species | chinensis x barbatus |
| Variety | Violet |
| Product Classification | Annuals, Seeds |
| Sun / Shade | Full Sun |
| Bloom Season Start | Early Summer |
| Bloom Season End | Late Summer |
| Bloom Color | Magenta, Purple |
| Max Bloom Size | 1.50 |
| Foliage Color | Blue Green |
| Habit | Compact |
| Resistance | Cold Hardy, Disease Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Pest Resistant |
| Characteristics | Bloom First Year, Cool Season, Easy Care Plants, Flower, Fragrance, Free Bloomer, Long Bloomers, Season Extenders |
| Uses | Baskets, Beds, Containers, Cut Flowers, Ground Cover |
🌱 Where are your seeds shipped from?
All seeds are shipped from our professional packing facility in China. We partner with global courier services for fast and reliable delivery.
📦 Do you offer wholesale pricing?
Yes. Bulk discounts apply automatically in the cart:
10 items → 10% Off
50+ items → 20% Off
100+ items → 30% Off
500+ items → 50% Off
🎨 Do you offer custom packaging?
We provide seed bag customization services including logo printing, packaging design, private labeling, and seed quantity customization.
🧪 Are your seeds treated or organic?
Our seeds are natural, untreated, and safe. They are not chemically treated unless specifically noted.
🌍 Do you ship worldwide?
Yes, we ship to over 100 countries. Shipping rates depend on your order size.
