Dianthus Firewitch

Border Pinks

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.180.520

(='Feuerhexe') A selection of the Border Pinks, a group of Dianthus that are a favourite for planting in rock gardens or using as a border edging. This outstanding variety forms a low clump of grassy blue-grey foliage, with a long summer display of fragrant single magenta-pink blooms. Shear plants back lightly after blooming to maintain a tight, compact habit. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other low alpine plants. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. Selected as the 2006 PERENNIAL PLANT of the YEAR.

Further details for
Dianthus Firewitch

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Deep Pink

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer

Foliage Color
Blue
Grey Green

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

Flower Head Size
Small

Height
15-20 cm
6-8 inches

Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
Light

Growth Rate
Slow