Dianthus 'Frosty Fire' is a striking evergreen perennial that has profusions of 1 in. wide, fiery red, double blooms that are aromatic and fragrant. The colorful petals, which bloom in the early summer and early fall, rise on short, strong stalks over a modest cushion of grassy, frosty blue-green leaves. This Garden Pink is a wonderful addition to the sunny rock garden, gorgeous in containers, and a cheery edger at the front of the border. It is also simple to grow and ideal for giving a splash of color to the garden. tolerant of salt and drought.
| Plant Type |
Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone |
3-9 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer, Early Summer, Fall |
| Height | 1" - 6" (in) |
| Spread | 6" - 12" (in) |
| Spacing |
9" (in) |
| Water Needs |
Low, Average |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance |
Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Attracts |
Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses |
Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
Dianthus 'Frosty Fire' (Pink) | Pink 'Frosty Fire', Frosty Fire Pink
|| Dianthus 'Frosty Fire' is a striking evergreen perennial that has profusions of 1 in. wide, fiery red, double blooms that are aromatic and fragrant. The colorful petals, which bloom in the early summer and early fall, rise on short, strong stalks over a modest cushion of grassy, frosty blue-green leaves. This Garden Pink is a wonderful addition to the sunny rock garden, gorgeous in containers, and a cheery edger at the front of the border. It is also simple to grow and ideal for giving a splash of color to the garden. tolerant of salt and drought.
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Summer, Early Summer, Fall,
Low Water Needs, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained,
Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy,
Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Salt Tolerant,
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers
