Dianthus ‘Red Beauty’
Border Pinks |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.181.410
A selection of the Border Pinks, a group of Dianthus that are a favourite for planting in rock gardens or using as a border edging. This compact variety forms a low mound of grassy blue-grey foliage, with a long display of fragrant single scarlet-red blooms. Deadhead regularly to encourage more buds to form. Clip back by half in early autumn to maintain a bushy habit. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other low alpine plants. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. A sport of D. ‘Fire Witch’, discovered in North Carolina by Douglas Chapman. USPP#20301: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Dianthus ‘Red Beauty’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Red
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Late Spring Early Fall
Foliage Color Blue Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Fragrant Massed
Flower Head Size Small
Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches
Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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