Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Fire Star' has evergreen, blue-green linear foliage. Showy, profuse, crimson red blooms with a deeper red eye cover the plant from early summer through fall - and have a spicy scent of cloves.

Its spreading tendency makes it an outstanding groundcover, particularly on dry slopes. Many plants placed together creates a pool of deep blue foliage when not in bloom.

Tough, beautiful, and easy-to-grow. Recommended for borders, rock gardens, along walks or paths, and for edging. Grown close together, it is an excellent groundcover. With its grassy blue-green foliage and profuse blooming time, 'Fire Star' is one not to miss. Deadhead to promote continued bloom.

Dianthus needs a sunny site with well-drained soil, but will tolerate some shade in the afternoon. Heat and humidity resistant, cold tolerant and moderately tolerant of salt. Deer tend to avoid. Moderate growth rate. Mature size 6-8" high and 12-18" wide, spacing 6-12".