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Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’


Border Pinks

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.180.530


Cousins to the carnation, Border Pinks are especially popular as an edging plant, or in the rock garden. This Canadian selection forms a low, grassy cushion of silver-blue leaves, bearing masses of small, fringed ruby-red flowers in late spring. Delightfully fragrant. Drought tolerant once established. Clip lightly after blooming. Not always easy to divide, but this can be attempted in early spring or fall. Flowers may be attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
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Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’


Border Pinks

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.180.530


Cousins to the carnation, Border Pinks are especially popular as an edging plant, or in the rock garden. This Canadian selection forms a low, grassy cushion of silver-blue leaves, bearing masses of small, fringed ruby-red flowers in late spring. Delightfully fragrant. Drought tolerant once established. Clip lightly after blooming. Not always easy to divide, but this can be attempted in early spring or fall. Flowers may be attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate