Features
FEATURES
Common Name: Pinks
This colorful perennial produces fragrant, double coral pink blossoms atop a tight, compact mound of blue-green foliage. Use it to edge sunny borders and pathways.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant Foliage
Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer
Winter Interest
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Attracts:
Bees
Butterflies
CHARACTERISTICS
Plant Type:
PerennialHeight Category:
ShortGarden Height:
8 - 10 InchesSpacing:
12 - 14 InchesSpread:
12 - 14 InchesFlower Colors:
PinkFlower Shade:
Coral pinkFoliage Colors:
BlueFoliage Shade:
Blue greenHabit:
MoundedContainer Role:
FillerPLANT NEEDS
Light Requirement:
Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:
EasyBloom Time:
Early SummerHardiness Zones:
4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Water Category:
AverageNeeds Good Drainage
Soil Fertility Requirement:
Average SoilSoil PH Category:
Alkaline SoilUses:
Border PlantUses Notes:
Best in landscapes, can be used in containers.
Maintenance Notes:
Grows best in sun to light shade and loose, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil. Tolerates dry soil for short periods.
Fruit Punch® 'Classic Coral' Dianthus hybrid USPP 30,048, Can 6,729
