Fruit Punch® 'Cranberry Cocktail' Dianthus
Perennial
- Mini-carnations bring bright, saturated color.
- Sun-loving & deer resistant. Beautiful cut flower!
- Ideal perennial ground cover for borders & rock gardens.
- Blooms for several weeks.
- Zones 4-9, sun, 10" tall x 14" wide at maturity.
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Patent #: PP28,603
Common name: Pinks, carnation, dianthus
Zone: 4 – 9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun)
Height x width: 8- 10" X 12-14"
Flower color: Magenta-red
Foliage color: Blue-green
Season of interest: Late spring - early summer; fall rebloom
Bloom time: Spring, summer, fall
Features: Space savers, Proven Winners, low flammability, ground covers, deer resistant, container plants, best for beginners
Uses: Container gardening, cottage gardening, edging, massing, rock garden, small spaces, under planting
How to Grow
Light: Full sun is preferred; can grow in part shade, though the blooms will not be as prolific.
Water: Average water needs. Drought tolerant once established, but should be watered regularly during periods of hot, dry weather.
Spacing: 14 inches
Fertilizing: Nothing special required; one application of garden fertilizer in early spring is sufficient.
Winterizing: Remove all the dead and fallen plant matter to prevent the risk of rot or damage. Evergreen perennial may look a bit tatty coming out of harsh winters, but will recover as spring begins.
Maintenance & pruning: Little to no pruning or maintenance needed. Though deadheading is not required, it will encourage additional flower production. Cut blooms as desired to use in arrangements.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I plant them right away and they are blooming already. I did not expect them to bloom this year. Amazing.
Out of 5 plants purchased three are surviving and two are past hope.
I will continue to order from GG Plants. This was my first semi- failure.
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look! Please contact us at [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants so we can better assist you. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
I live in zone 7/8 and have clay soil so these took a year to establish and really start to grow. Mine don’t always get the six plus hours and are doing great. This is our second spring and we love these beautiful blooms. We have bought several shrubs from GGP and so far they have all been successful.
Hi JC, we're so happy to hear that your Dianthus are doing so well. Thank you for sharing a photo with us! These are definitely a favorite of ours around the office. Happy Gardening!
These are the healthiest Dianthus I have ever purchased, can’t wait to see the blooms they produce…
plants arrived in a timely manner and were healthy.
This plant arrived very healthy and beautifully packaged. I can't wait to plant. I would buy from this seller again.
Any plant I have gotten from Great garden plants are packaged well and always do well in my yard. Cery pleased with Great Garden Plants
Arrived on time in great condition as it was packaged with care. I'm so excited to plant and watch the blooms. I will definitely use this seller again, and I highly recommend !!
I followed all of the instructions for this plant, but after two days it began to wilt, and within a week was completely brown and shriveled. I threw the top part of the plant away as it fell off. The root is still in the planter and I continue to water it with the hopes that it may grow back this next year. It was so pretty when I got it - just heart broken to see it wilt away.
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. Our team of horticulture experts would love to take a closer look! Please contact us at [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants so we can better assist you. All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. We look forward to helping! https://bit.ly/ggp-guarantee
My plants are already blooming!! They have great plants and the shipping is great, no damaged plants in the years I've been ordering.
Nice
They are very nice plants. I will buy from my local nursery from now on.
They were packed nicely and they were in good shape and one has buds on it and the other does not.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with our prices! Unfortunately, it’s not always easy (or cheap) to grow great plants. Our prices reflect the quality and care we put into each plant, plus the availability of unique selections that can’t often be found in garden centers. To save on your order, watch for different sales and promos throughout the season. If you have an issue with your order, please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process - your order is covered by our 60-day guarantee!
Planted and doing well BUT the bunnies are enjoying them. Neighbor said sprinkle shaved Irish Spring soap around. Have not done so yet. Buds but no blooms.
All.the plants are growing
It arrived in good shape and with lots of good foliage!
The Cranberry Coccktail Dianthus arrived in great shape and ready to bloom. Unfortunately we had an onslaught of grasshoppers that did a number on the before I had a chance to spray. I'm hoping their root system is strong enough to pull them through and put on a big show next spring. Gotta love Oklahoma gardening!
My Cranberry dianthus plants have been planted and are growing under the sun. The color of the cranberry is absolutely beautiful.
The plants came healthy and looked great. I planted them so I'm waiting for the plant to mature to enjoy the beautiful flowers. I have ordered from GGP before & am very pleased with the healthyness of the plants when they arrive.
They lived about 10 days then turned yellow and died
We apologize that you received plants that are not up to our standards. While we try our best to provide exceptional service, some factors, like shipping and handling, are outside our control, and issues like this can sometimes happen. Please email pictures of the plants to [email protected], making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we would be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
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plants did not grow
2 of my plants were bone dry upon arrival and the others were well watered. Those 2 did not make it but the others are doing great. They arrived as expected and I was notified of possible delays ahead of time.
Arrived extremely well packaged, healthy and vibrant. The flowers were as vivid as vivid as the website photos.
Unfortunately this plant didn't make it. I watered it and the other 2 plants I ordered seem to be doing well but this one wasn't strong enough.
Very nice
My purchases from GGP have always been very positive. The plants are good quality and the packing for shipment is amazing. I’ve saved this website for future purchases. Highly recommend.
Hello Janice! We're so happy to hear your new plants arrived to you safely, that's our goal. Thanks for your feedback, we appreciate it. Happy gardening!
When is the best time to plant dianthus?
Spring and fall are generally the best times to plant. The rule of thumb is to plant after the threat of frost has passed in your area in spring or at least six weeks before the first hard frost of fall in your area. You can learn more about frost dates here: https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/frost-dates-explained-gardening-for-each-zone-in-spring-fall/
Best time to plant
We don't recommend planting in summer due to high temperatures and dry conditions. You, and your plants, may want to wait until early fall when the weather begins to cool. Just make sure to get your plants in the ground at least six weeks before the first hard frost of fall in your area.
Can I grow Dianthus in containers?
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Yes, dianthus grows well in containers.