Fruit Punch® Classic Coral Dianthus

Classic Coral Dianthus is a compact mat-forming evergreen perennial with blue-grey foliage and hairy stems.  Masses of fragrant semi to double coral pink flowers with frilled edges bloom first in early summer, and again later in early fall if deadheaded.  Blooms best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well-drained soil.  Classic Coral is heat, drought, and salt tolerant.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.  Deadhead to extend bloom.  Susceptible to rot and rust.  Crown rot may occur in poorly-drained soils.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Foundational Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Phlox, Speedwell, Coneflower

IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Fruit Punch® 'Classic Coral' Pinks

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.