Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Pink Fire’ PP32,592
Blooming Time
Exposure
A sport of the classic `Firewitch’, `Pink Fire’ is equally floriferous and has larger, double magenta-pink blossoms that blanket the plants from spring to early summer. these bright and cheerful flowers are held upright above the low growing, blue-green foliage on sturdy stems that do not flop. This spectacular carnation also emits a heady fragrance, sweet with hints of clove, sure to draw in people and pollinators alike. Ideal for borders or at the front of the garden, `Pink Fire’ plays well with may other perennials.
Details
Hardiness Zone:
Blossom Color:
Rose to Pink
Growth Habit:
Slow Spreading
Max Height:
8"
Texture:
Recommended Spacing:
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Special Characteristics
Features
Large, double magenta-pink blossoms blanket the plants from spring to early summer.
Landscape Value
Ideal for borders or at the front of the garden, `Pink Fire; plays well with may other perennials.
Care
Watering:
`Pink Fire' Carnation is moderately drought tolerant but benefits from occasional watering, to maintain soil in a moist but not wet condition, during the summer months.
Fertilizing:
`Pink Fire' Carnation is a moderate feeder, benefiting from a couple of annual applications of slow release fertilizer. A spring application of a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) can be applied at a rate of about 10 pounds per 1000 square feet, and during early fall, an application of a 2-1-2 ratio (such as a 10-5-10) can be applied to encourage root development and cold hardiness.
Pruning:
`Pink Fire' Carnation may be pruned or mowed immediately after flowering to remove spent flower stalks and to rejuvenate the plants.