Pink 'Fire Star', Fire Star Maiden Pink, Dianthus 'Devon Xera'
Noted for its compact growth and long blooming season, Dianthus ‘Fire Star’ (Pink) is a vigorous semi-evergreen perennial which produces an abundance of clove-scented, brilliant red flowers, up to 1.5 in. across (4 cm), adorned with a darker crimson eye. Blooming in late spring to mid-summer, the fiery blossoms, up to 3-5 per stem, rise slightly above a dense glaucous mound of narrow, gray-green leaves. Some sporadic rebloom in the summer may occur, specifically if the plant is deadheaded regularly. Easy to grow, and perfect for adding a splash of color in the garden, this Garden Pink makes an excellent ground cover and a cheerful edging at the front of sunny borders. Great for the rock garden too! Heat tolerant and evergreen in mild climates.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Common names | Gillyflower, Pink, Dianthus Flower |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid) |
| Height |
6" - 9" (15cm - 23cm) |
| Spread |
6" - 1' (15cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Common names | Gillyflower, Pink, Dianthus Flower |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid) |
| Height |
6" - 9" (15cm - 23cm) |
| Spread |
6" - 1' (15cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, City and Courtyard |
How many Dianthus ‘Fire Star’ (Pink) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Dianthus ‘Fire Star’ (Pink) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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