Fruit Punch® 'Raspberry Ruffles' Dianthus
Perennial
- Intriguing two-toned blooms are highly fragrant.
- Beautiful blue foliage is evergreen!
- Very floriferous -dozens of blooms at a time.
- Deer-resistant perennial ground cover.
- Zones 4-9, sun, 10" tall x 14" wide at maturity.
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Description
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Patent #: USPP 30,073
Common name: Dianthus, pinks, carnation
Zone: 4 – 9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun)
Height x width: 8- 10" X 12-14"
Flower color: Carmine pink, with a shell-pink edge
Foliage color: Blue-green
Season of interest: Late spring - early summer
Bloom time: Summer, spring
Features: Space savers, Proven Winners, low flammability, ground covers, deer resistant, container plants, best for beginners
Uses: Alpine and rock, Container gardening, Cottage gardening, Edging, erosion control, ground cover, massing, rock garden, slopes, 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.
Unfortunately it didn't make it.
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I followed all the advice & planted them in greensburg, PA on may 1st. This what it looks like
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arrived in great shape!
Didn't come back after winter even though they are rated for my area.
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This plant arrived very healthy and beautifully packaged. I can't wait to plant it. I would buy from this seller again.
Does not looking healthy
This was died.....not good when I received it ,sad
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you need to read the descriptions very careful. i ordered 4 plants at once and they are all basically a season or two from being.....visible. super small stuff. better off just buying from the local guys. when you buy plants you buy TIME really and these plants are all 1 or 2 seasons from even being visible.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to [email protected] to start the claims process if necessary.
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The flowers are adorable and the plant is very healthy.
So far the Dianthus is growing great. I am happy with them.
Well packaged, plants looked healthy and vibrant
They arrived in really good shape and we’re already blooming. Thanks so much!!
A good potion of the plant arrived so damaged from rot due to an excess of moisture/water and had to be removed. The plant is struggling now. A complaint to customer on this issue was not addressed.
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Love these flowers
Didn't see any blooming but the plate looks green and healthy with several green buds
Hello! We appreciate your review. We're sorry that you're not completely satisfied with your order. It sounds like you're dianthus is still in healthy condition, but if you have any concerns, our customer service team is here to help! 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. The important thing when it comes to purchasing plants, whether online or in a garden center, is that they have a full, robust root system, and that's what we prioritize in our greenhouses. The more roots a plant has, the more energy it can put into growing once it is planted in your garden. We do keep our plants trimmed to encourage strong root development! Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. Happy Gardening! https://www.greatgardenplants.com/pages/our-guarantee
Love them, already blooming and smell lovely!
Fruit Punch® 'Raspberry Ruffles' Dianthus
I had trouble making these thrive. I kept them regularly watered but some are barely alive. Hoping they’ll rebound.
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you're having trouble with your new plants. You can always email our customer support team at [email protected] with photos of your garden and some more information about your growing conditions and we'd be happy to help diagnose any problems you may be facing. Happy Gardening!
The dianthus plants arrived very healthy and in good condition. They never seemed to go through a "shock" period, but adapted quickly into the bed. They've each put out new flowers, after trimming and deadheading a bit, here and there, and are blooming/behaving like a long established planting! Very happy with that hot pink shot of color, too!
My plants died a few days after I received them.
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you've had trouble with your dianthus. Please email pictures of the plant 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 do have a 60-day guarantee on all of our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we will be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
After all this time my plants just look like green balls. They are alive but they haven't grown any flowers or anything!
Hello Raul!
It is likely your plants already bloomed in our greenhouses as the greenhouse environment is much different than your garden. You should be seeing blooms on your dianthus in early summer!
Love the color,one flowered,was waiting on the other,guess I'll see the beauties in the spring,/summer,thankyou
Easy to grow and came healthy and ready to plant. Low maintenance.
Can these flowers be grown in hanging baskets
Yes, the Fruit Punch® 'Raspberry Ruffles' Dianthus can be grown in a hanging basket. Just ensure that the plant's growing requirements, such as light, water, and soil needs, can be met in the basket!
Can these be grown in a container?
Hello! Yes, dianthus can be grown in a container. You can find this information and more under the More Information banner.
would this be also a hanging type plant that might be called a hanging carnation??
No, this plant will not take on a hanging or spiller-type habit.
Do you deliver?
Yes, we deliver! Here is a link to our shipping policy: https://www.greatgardenplants.com/pages/shipping-policy