Landscape Notes: “Firewitch” Dianthus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus produces a clump of slender green leaves that look great throughout the year. Loaded with magenta pink semi doubled or doubled flowers. “Firewitch” Dianthus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus begins flowering in late spring and continues through the summer. These flowers make this Dianthus a wonderful addition to a landscape!
Exposure/Culture: “Firewitch” Dianthus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus prefers a well drained, moist, loamy to sandy soil. It can tolerate small periods of dryness. “Firewitch” Dianthus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus should be planted in full sun conditions and will need additional watering during long dry periods.
Other Notes: “Firewitch” Dianthus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus can be used effectively in the landscape as a border plant, along walks or paths, rock gardens, edging, and preferably in cottage gardens. To promote blooming, remove the spent blooms continuously throughout the blooming season. “Firewitch” Dianthus, Dianthus gratianopolitanus is sure to please by adding bright pink color to your landscape!
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Genus |
Dianthus |
Species |
gratianopolitanus |
Container Size |
6 Inch Pot |
Foliage Color |
Green |
Mature Height |
6 to 8 Inches |
Mature Spread |
6 to 8 Inches |
Soil |
Well Drained |
Zones |
3-8 |
Mature Form |
Mounding |
Growth Rate |
Moderate |
Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
Flower Color |
Magenta |
Fall Color |
Green |
Bloom Period |
Summer |