Plant Dianthus × 'Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla' where you can enjoy its rich, ruffled blooms and neat, blue-green foliage up close. This compact pinks (Pinks 'Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla') makes a low, tidy mound that fits easily at the front of borders, along sunny paths, in rock gardens, and in containers. In spring through summer, it produces loads of double flowers in deep red with a lighter pink edge and touches of white, creating a bold, candy-like look that reads well from a distance but is even better at arm’s length. Many gardeners also notice a pleasant fragrance, making it a nice choice near patios or seating areas.

Give it full sun for the heaviest flowering, though it can handle part sun in hotter regions if the site stays bright and open. Provide loose, well-drained soil; it performs best in average to lean ground that does not stay soggy. Water regularly while it establishes, then let the top of the soil dry slightly between soakings. Once established, it can handle short dry spells better than many perennials, especially when grown in a well-drained spot.

At maturity, expect roughly 6-8 inches tall with a spread of about 8-12 inches. Space plants so air can move through the mound and foliage dries quickly. If flowering slows, shear lightly after the main flush to encourage fresh growth and additional blooms. Deadheading spent flowers also helps keep the plant looking crisp and can extend the season.

For best results, avoid heavy, waterlogged clay and improve drainage with grit or raised planting where needed. In winter, leave the plant tidy and avoid smothering crowns with thick, wet mulch. With the right drainage and sun, you’ll have a colorful, long-blooming accent that looks polished with minimal fuss.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-9 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun
• Mature height: 6-8"
• Spread: 8-12"
• Tolerant of: Drought, Salt
• Good for borders & edging: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes
• Long bloom time: Yes

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