Dianthus allwoodii 'Frosty Fire'
Border Pinks
USDA Hardiness Zone 2-8
Dianthus is a staple of the sun garden. This red carnation-like flower on blue-gray foliage will set your sunny spot on fire!
Height
4-6 Inches
Spread
9 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Bloom Time
May-June
When to Divide
early spring or fall, divide every 3 years to retain vigor
Good Companions
Threadleaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis verticillata), Tall Bearded Iris (Iris ), Moss Phlox (Phlox subulata), Creeping Thyme (Thymus praecox)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Containers |
| • | Fragrant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Blue-Gray |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
