'Paint The Town Magenta' Dianthus
Perennial
- Tons of bright magenta flowers in summer.
- Beautiful blue foliage - even in winter!
- Exceptionally heat tolerant & low-maintenance.
- Deer-resistant perennial ground cover.
- Zones 4-9, sun/part sun, 8″ tall x 14″ wide at maturity.
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Common name: Dianthus, pinks, carnation
Patient: USPP 22,922
Zone: 4 - 9
Sun exposure: Part sun (4-6 hours/day) to full sun (6+ hours/day)
Height x width: 6-8" X 12-14"
Flower color: Pink
Foliage color: Blue-green
Season of interest: Late spring-early summer
Bloom time: Early summer, early fall
Features: Proven Winners, 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: 12 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.
Package well and very healthy.
I am writing regarding order number G562340. I received my plants on Monday and waited 36 hours before planting them. I followed every instruction carefully, but so far, it looks like only two out of the five plants are going to survive. The other plants are brittle and are falling apart. I am keeping a strict watering schedule, so this is likely due to shipping stress.
Hi Marcos, we're really sorry to hear about the condition of your plants. We understand how disappointing this is and would like to help. Please contact [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants so we can assist you further. Thank you for sharing your feedback.
I love this plant can’t wait to see it in full size, is going on a good direction
I ordered 6 and only 4 have survived. None have bloomed yet. Disappointed.
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I ordered five of these. They came with an order of a lot of other things and everything was very well packaged. I've had them in now for over a month and they're taking off and blooming like crazy. I'm hoping that they will spread. If not I will be getting another order next year. Get lots of compliments
Has not grown
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Very nice shipping and packaging plants look healthy.
Died immediately
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The plants are great. Unfortunately the delivery was delayed for three days. When it arrived, the box looked like it had been run over. Thanks to your excellent packaging, four plants were still in excellent shape. However, two of the six dianthus plants were damaged and aren't doing too well. Hopefully they will revive, but I don't have much hope!
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Planted in ground and it died
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some of the flowers are holding up well, others just are dying and they're supposed to be full sun and I do water them so I'm not sure what's going on
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The plants arrived quickly and in good shspe.
They are fowering already!
The plants looked great when received. I was impressed with how good the plants were packaged. So far doing very well in the garden.
Planting around the edge of the garden is beautiful. Absolutely love these dianthus. Adds do much color.
They are alive but not thriving. It does not have the same leaf as my other perennial dianthus. The jury is still out on this one.
The plant is tiny and has hardly grown and it is right next to other plants in my garden that have tripped in size. I gave them to my mom for mothers day as well so it is super disappointing. Not sure what the issue is but unfortunately I would not order again.
Hello Constance! If you ever have any issues with your new plants from us please reach out to us immediately at [email protected]. We offer a 30 day guarantee on all of our plants. With pictures, we're also able to help identify issues your plants may be having. Let us know if you have any other questions or concerns.
Is dianthus pollinator friendly
Dianthus is indeed pollinator-friendly and is known to attract pollinators with its vibrant color and delightful scent. The blooms last all summer long, providing a consistent source of nectar for our buzzing friends. By including dianthus in your garden, you're contributing to a healthy ecosystem that supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Do you dead head them after blooms die
Hello! Deadheading isn't required, but it does encourage more blooms.
Is bluing all somer
Hi! 'Paint The Town Magenta' Dianthus typically blooms in late spring to early summer, and if conditions are favorable, it may have a second bloom in early fall.
Does it bloom from late spring to fall?
Hello! 'Paint The Town Magenta' Dianthus blooms in spring and summer.
What size are the shipping pots (for the Dianthus)?
Hello! Our varities of Dianthus come in a 4x4 inch one quart pot.