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Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch' (Cheddar pink)

Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch' Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of Bluestone Perennials

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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch' dy-ANN-thus grah-tee-ah-no-pol-ih-TAY-nus Common Name: Cheddar pink Synonyms: D. gratianopolitanus 'Feuerhexe' , D. caesius Genus: Dianthus
A compact species that forms broad mats of blue-gray, linear leaves, this plant is perfect for a rock garden setting. The flowers are intense magenta with a white center, and their scent is spicy. 
 Noteworthy characteristics: Fragrant, magenta flowers that bloom from mid-spring through early summer.
 Care: Prefers loose, well-drained soil in full sun. Tolerates light shade and short periods of drought.
 Propagation: Sow seed in a coldframe in fall; take cuttings in summer.
 Problems: Crown rot, slugs, sow bugs, grasshoppers, chipmunks, squirrels.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Spreads
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Moderate
Characteristics Fragrant Flowers; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Summer; Late Spring; Spring; Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers
Style Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest
Type Perennials

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