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Dianthus ‘Spiked Punch’ (Pink)

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A showstopper, Dianthus ‘Spiked Punch’ (Pink) is a charming evergreen perennial with masses of sweetly scented, double, carnation-like, vibrant fuchsia pink flowers, adorned with copiously serrated petals and a deep red eye. Blooming in early summer and early fall, the large blossoms, up to 2 in. across (5 cm), rise above a low mound of grassy, steel blue leaves. Good-looking all year long, the foliage is beautiful in its own right and remains a focal point, even when the plant is not in bloom. Easy to grow, and heat and humidity tolerant, this garden pink is perfect for adding a splash of color to the garden. It is an excellent addition to the front of sunny borders, rock gardens, or decorative containers. Dianthus ‘Spiked Punch’ belongs to the Fruit Punch series.

  • Grows up to 6-8 in. tall (15-20 cm) and 12-14 in. wide (30-35 cm).
  • Performs best in full sun to part shade in loose, neutral to slightly alkaline, well-drained soils. Drought and salt tolerant. However, the foliage will not be as lush and fewer flowers will be produced if this dianthus is grown in hot, dry areas. Regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary.
  • Extremely versatile, this Dianthus is ideal for beds and borders, garden edging, rock gardens, cottage gardens, or containers.
  • Attracts bees and butterflies, but is ignored by deer.
  • Shearing after flowering will encourage this dianthus to rebloom in early fall.
  • Do a thorough clean-up in the fall to prevent pest and disease issues, and add a layer of mulch to protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up, remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

Requirements

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 6" - 8"
(15cm - 20cm)
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
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Dianthus ‘First Love’ (Cheddar Pink)
Dianthus chinensis ‘Velvet ‘n Lace’ (Chinese Pink)

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Requirements

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 6" - 8"
(15cm - 20cm)
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
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Do I Need?
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