Dianthus 'Frosty Fire' (Pink)
Pink 'Frosty Fire', Frosty Fire Pink
Dianthus 'Frosty Fire' (Pink) is an eye-catching evergreen perennial with masses of fragrant, fiery red, double flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm). Blooming in early summer and early fall, the vivid blossoms rise on short, stout stems above a low cushion of grassy, icy blue-green leaves. Easy to grow, and perfect for adding a splash of color in the garden, this Garden Pink is an excellent addition to the sunny rock garden, fabulous in containers and a cheerful edger at the front of the border. Drought and salt tolerant.
- Grows up to 6 in. tall (15 cm) and 9 in. wide (22 cm).
- Prefers full sun and enjoys neutral to alkaline, well-drained soils. Will tolerate some shade in the afternoon
- Extremely versatile, this Dianthus is ideal for rock gardens, border fronts, garden edging or containers.
- Attracts bees and butterflies, but is ignored by deer and rabbits.
- Deadhead to prolong flowering. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a tight, compact mound.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 3
– 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 | Dianthus |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early) Fall |
Height | 6" (15cm) |
Spread | 9" (22cm) |
Spacing | 9" (22cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 3
– 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 | Dianthus |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early) Fall |
Height | 6" (15cm) |
Spread | 9" (22cm) |
Spacing | 9" (22cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |