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Dianthus ‘Fire Star’

Pot Size
Colour
Red

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A selection of the Border Pinks or Cheddar Pinks, a group of Dianthus that are a favourite for planting in rock gardens or using as a border edging. This British introduction forms a mound of grassy grey-green foliage, with an early summer display of fragrant fiery-red single flowers with a crimson eyezone. Shear plants back lightly after blooming to maintain a tight, compact habit. Inclined to repeat flower in the fall. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other low alpine or edging plants. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. One of the Star™ Single collection from Whetman® Pinks in Devon, UK.

 

USDA Zones: 5 - 9


Sun Exposure
  Full Sun

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
  Dry

Care Level
  Easy

Flower Colour
  Red

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring

Foliage Color
  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
   20-25 cm
   8-10 inches

Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Slow


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