PERENNIAL OF THE
WEEK
Firewitch Dianthus, aka
Cheddar Pink
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Prefers full sun with well drained soil
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Bright
magenta blooms against a blue grass-like foliage
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A lower
growing perennial that spreads 1-1.5’ and is 6-8” tall
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Blooms best in late spring and will continue
intermittent blooms throughout summer
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Will continue to bloom best if dead blossoms are
removed, otherwise low maintenance
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Disease resistant
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Deer tolerant
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Tolerates heat and humidity better than all
other dianthus
USES
Provides masses of color and good contrast for the rock
garden or small border front. Good edging plant. Dense mats may be grown
together to form an interesting ground cover. May also be grown on difficult
sites such as stone walls.
