Dianthus (Pinks)
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Color Name: Funky Fuchsia
Dianthus Funky Fuchsia adds a vibrant new color to the Dianthus Perennial Family. Funky Fuchsia features fully double fuchsia purple blooms that are 1 ½ to 2 inches wide. The semi-evergreen, glaucous blue-green foliage forms a 10-inch tall mound that spreads 14 inches wide. Funky Fuchsia is fragrance, and has good heat and humidity tolerance.
Growing Tips: Dianthus grow best in loose, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Lime can be added to the soil if it is naturally acidic to raise the pH. Dianthus can be grown in full sun or part shade, but the foliage will not be as lush and fewer flowers will be produced if it is grown in hot, dry areas. Regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary. However, they are tolerant of short periods of dryness. Do a thorough clean-up in the fall to prevent pest and disease problems, and add a layer of mulch to protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up, remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot.
Dianthus Funky Fuchsia adds a vibrant new color to the Dianthus Perennial Family. Funky Fuchsia features fully double fuchsia purple blooms that are 1 ½ to 2 inches wide. The semi-evergreen, glaucous blue-green foliage forms a 10-inch tall mound that spreads 14 inches wide. Funky Fuchsia is fragrance, and has good heat and humidity tolerance.
Growing Tips: Dianthus grow best in loose, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Lime can be added to the soil if it is naturally acidic to raise the pH. Dianthus can be grown in full sun or part shade, but the foliage will not be as lush and fewer flowers will be produced if it is grown in hot, dry areas. Regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary. However, they are tolerant of short periods of dryness. Do a thorough clean-up in the fall to prevent pest and disease problems, and add a layer of mulch to protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up, remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot.
Flower Color: Magenta Shades Foliage Color: Blue/Green Shades
Height: 6 to 10 Inches Spread: 12 to 14 Inches Hardy in Zone: 4, 5, 6 |
Blooms: Fall Late Spring / Early Summer
Foliage Season: All Season |
Growth Rate |
Medium
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Attributes |
Fragrant Extended Bloomer Dried Flower Container Landscapes Easy to Grow Drought Tolerant Cut Flower or Foilage Border Mass Planting Salt Tolerant
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