Barbarini® Lilac Dianthus

Barbarini® Lilac is Syngenta’s Dianthus barbatus color variety 70001022. The compact, branching plants produce lilac-toned flowers, and the breeder describes an upright habit and flowering that can be scheduled from spring into autumn. ## Form and flowering Syngenta lists this exact color variety at 20–30 cm tall, with a garden width entry of 4–8 cm, and identifies it as a first-year-flowering Dianthus that does not require vernalization. These are breeder production and garden specifications; flowering response depends on the growing program. [Syngenta Barbarini Lilac 70001022](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/emea/product/flower/70001022) ## Growing Use the general needs of Dianthus barbatus: provide a bright site, and in hot summer climates consider partial shade. A fertile, well-drained soil helps reduce crown rot. The exact Lilac color is distinct from other shades in the Barbarini series, so do not assume nearby series colors apply to this selection. ## Maintenance Remove faded flower stems to maintain a tidy display. Avoid waterlogged soil and monitor for rust or crown problems when airflow is poor. Syngenta describes the series as suitable for annual or perennial production; local growing conditions determine how it performs in the garden.