Dianthus Paint the Town Fancy
Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fancy' photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Pinks

'Paint the Town Fancy' produces 2.5 cm (1 in), single, rosy fuchsia flowers with a red eye and serrated petals. The flowers completely cover the plant when it's in peak. Its glaucous blue foliage set it apart from other Dianthus of its type. Members of the Paint the Town Series are prized for their bright colours and increased heat tolerance. Flowers appear in early summer, and a quick shearing after flowering will encourage them to rebloom in early fall. This is the perfect size to edge the front of the sunny border and use in combination containers.

  • Height: 20-25 cm (8-10 in)
  • Spread: 40- 45 cm (16-18 in)
  • Cold Hardiness: zone 4-9
  • Sun or Shade: minimum 4 hours of full sun
  • Bloom Time: early summer to early fall
  • Leaf Colour: green shades
  • Bloom Colour: pink shades
  • Nature Attraction: butterflies

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Dianthus grow best in full sun in loose, fertile, well drained soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH and even moisture. Adding a little grit to the soil will improve drainage because excessive moisture can kill the plants. Dianthus can handle short periods of dryness but watering is necessary during drought. Dead heading regularly will encourage repeat bloom and keep the plants looking attractive. After the first flush of bloom cut all the spent flower stems down to encourage another flush of bloom later in the summer. The foliage is evergreen in our area so a spring trim is necessary to clean up winter damage

Specials

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