Dianthus 'Firewitch' Plants

Dianthus 'Firewitch' is a work horse perennial that is hard to beat for ease of care and showmanship!  This hardy perennial has silvery-blue lance-shaped leaves that are borne densely on short stems.  This beauty grows into a dense mat that fills with blooms in spring and sporadically throughout the summer.  The clove scented blooms are upwards of an 1" in diameter and a rich pink color.  Once established, 'Firewitch', is drought tolerant and a great weed suppressor.  A long-lived choice for rock gardens, containers, and the garden border.Mature Plant Size: 6" Tall, 12" Spread Bloom Time: Heavy in spring, sporadically through summerLight Exposure: Full SunSoil Type/pH: Well-drained/6.0-7.0Hardiness Zones: 5-9Fertilizer: If using compost apply an 1" at planting time and side dress annually in late fall or early spring.  If using a granular fertilizer, we recommend organic formulations, apply an all-purpose formula in early spring annually.  It is only recommended to use liquid fertilize