Dianthus ‘Appleblossom Burst’

Border Pinks

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.181.460

Border Pinks have been popular in gardens for centuries. The new PRETTY POPPERS® series features semi-double and double flowering cultivars in a range of colours. The flowers are held erect on upright stems over a compact mound. This selection has semi-double flowers in a mixture of white to intense pink blush over grey-green foliage. Attractive to butterflies. Deadhead regularly to encourage more buds to form. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other low alpine plants. The flower petals of all types of Dianthus are edible. Evergreen. Bred by Walters Gardens, Inc. USPP#31454: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus ‘Appleblossom Burst’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Light Pink
White

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Grey Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Small

Height
20-25 cm
8-10 inches

Spread
40-50 cm
16-20 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium