Very deep crimson red, carnation-like flowers really make a statement up against the glossy, dark green, lance-like foliage. The leaves are deep red when they emerge in spring. This cultivar has proven to have more perennial characteristics than others in the species which are biennial. It originates from southern Europe.
Height:
24.0 Inches
Spread:
12.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color:
Red shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic Rock Garden
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Mass Planting Salt Tolerant
Origin:
Not Native to North America
This species of Dianthus prefers full sun to partial shade with somewhat alkaline, well-drained soil. For the best appearance, clean up the previous year's foliage in the spring. Deadheading may prolong the bloom time.
Did you know Dianthus flowers are edible? The individual petals have a sweet taste just like their perfumed scent.
Height:
24.0 Inches
Spread:
12.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color:
Red shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic Rock Garden
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Mass Planting Salt Tolerant
Origin:
Not Native to North America
This species of Dianthus prefers full sun to partial shade with somewhat alkaline, well-drained soil. For the best appearance, clean up the previous year's foliage in the spring. Deadheading may prolong the bloom time.
Did you know Dianthus flowers are edible? The individual petals have a sweet taste just like their perfumed scent.
