The Garden Pinks or Dianthus genus includes annuals, biennials and perennials such as carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus) and Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus). ... Pinks (Dianthus plumarius) multiply easily and are deer resistant. The fragrant blossoms come in many colors and make excellent cut flowers.

Do deer eat Dianthus plants?

Dianthus plants are resistant to deer, though the same can't be said for rabbits.

What is eating my Dianthus?

Pests. Brown garden snails attack Dianthus plants as well as other host plants, such as dahlias, lilies, petunias and sweet peas. These pests display slimy, slithering bodies covered by a round shell with spiral bands.