Perennial
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'FIREWITCH Feuerhexe'
Cheddar Pinks
Plant Type: Perennial
Exposure: Sun Tolerant
FULL Sun
Shocking magenta-pink flowers shimmer over a dense mat of semi-evergreen blue-green foliage. Blooms heavily in May and June. Tolerates heat, humidity and some drought. 2006 Perennial Plant of the Year.
Height6"
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Spread12"
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Growth HabitSPILLER (low/trailing)
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Landscape Application:
Group or mass for edging in beds, borders, rock gardens and hot, sunny sites.
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'FIREWITCH Feuerhexe' Plant Care:
Needs good drainage. Prefers alkaline soil.
USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)
Cheddar Pinks Merit Awards and Special Collections
Cheddar Pinks Characteristics & Attributes
Season of Interest
MIDSEASON (May-June)
Mid Season (May - June)
Soil Moisture Needs
Low to moderate soil moisture.
Moderate
Special Benefits
Fragrant
Ground Cover
Nature Attraction
Butterflies
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant