Description
Cranberry Cocktail Dianthus is a compact mat-forming evergreen perennial with blue-grey foliage and hairy stems. Masses of fragrant, hot magenta pink carnation-like flowers bloom first in early summer, and again in early fall if deadheaded. Blooms best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well-drained soil.Heat, drought, and salt tolerant.
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Type: |
Perennial |
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Height: |
0.5′ – 1′ |
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Spread: |
1’ – 1.5’ |
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Spacing: |
1’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 – 9 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer, Fall |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly.Deadhead to extend bloom. Susceptible to rot and rust. Crown rot may occur in poorly-drained soils.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Foundational Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Phlox, Speedwell, Coneflower
IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Fruit Punch® ‘Cranberry Cocktail Pinks
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
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