Latin Name: Dianthus 'Paint the Town Red'
Height: 6 - 8 inches
Spread: 12 - 14 inches
Sunlight: Full Sun; Part Sun
Bloom Time: June; reblooms in August to September
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
Description:
Paint the Town Red Dianthus features single blooms of magenta red. Deadheading the initial blooms will allow the plant to rebloom in early autumn. The glaucous blue foliage adds extra texture and dimension to perennial borders, rock gardens, and containers. Its blossoms are often used in fresh bouquets.
Attracts: Bees; Butterflies
Other Names: Pinks; Carnations; Alpine Pinks; Cheddar Pinks
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