Pink 'Black Cherry Frost', Black Cherry Frost Pink, Fruit Punch Series, PP28605 CPBRAF
Perfect for small spaces, Dianthus ‘Black Cherry Frost’ (Pink) is a charming evergreen perennial with masses of sweetly scented, semi-double, velvety, rich red flowers, 1.25 in. (3 cm), adorned with serrated, near white edges. Blooming in early summer and early fall, the eye-catching blossoms rise on strong stems above a tight, compact mound of grassy, silvery blue leaves. Easy to grow, and heat and humidity tolerant, this garden pink is perfect for adding a splash of color in the garden. It is an excellent addition to the front of sunny borders, rock gardens, or decorative containers. Dianthus ‘Black Cherry Frost’ belongs to the Fruit Punch series.
| Hardiness |
4 - 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 | Pink, Gillyflower, Dianthus Flower |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early), Fall |
| Height | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 12" - 15" (30cm - 40cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, Coastal Garden |
| Hardiness |
4 - 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 | Pink, Gillyflower, Dianthus Flower |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early), Fall |
| Height | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 12" - 15" (30cm - 40cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, Coastal Garden |
How many Dianthus ‘Black Cherry Frost’ (Pink) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Dianthus ‘Black Cherry Frost’ (Pink) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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