SCENT FIRST™ 'Devon Yolande' Raspberry Surprise™ Pinks

Scent First™ Raspberry Surprise is the trade name for Dianthus ‘Devon Yolande’ PP16029. It forms a compact evergreen mound of blue-green foliage, with fragrant, semi-double pink flowers marked by a burgundy-red eye and frilled edges. [The RHS profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/328135/dianthus-devon-yolande-pbr-%28scent-first-series%29-%28p%29/details) confirms the cultivar identity and late-spring-to-summer flowers; [Perennials.com](https://www.perennials.com/plants/dianthus-hybrida-scent-first-raspberry-surprise.html) identifies Raspberry Surprise as ‘Devon Yolande’ and notes a tendency to repeat in fall. ## Landscape Use Plant it in a sunny border, rock garden, edging, or container. Reported height varies from 6–10 inches to 10–12 inches, so plan for a compact plant around 6–12 inches tall. Reported spreads include 10–12 inches and a broader 12–18 inch range; leave adequate room for the mound. Sources list USDA zones 4–9. ## Growing Conditions Choose full sun and soil that drains freely; chalk, loam, and sand are suitable. It tolerates dry conditions once established, but newly planted roots need regular water. Fragrant flowers attract butterflies. ## Maintenance Shear lightly after the main bloom to keep the mound tidy and encourage a compact outline. Do not let the crown sit in wet soil.