Dianthus plumarius, a species from Europe, is scenting and variable in colors. It is especially famous as it could form mats of grayish green leaves and fringed, saucer-shipped flowers. [Photo from WeChat: csnbgsh]

Phlomis fruticosa, is native to southern Europe. It bears spikes of butter-yellow flowers arranged in tiers or layers. As a garden escapes, it has been naturalized in Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden. [Photo from WeChat: csnbgsh]