Dianthus 'Sweetie Pie' is one of the members of the "Fruit Punch" series, a group of Dianthus selected for their fragrant, semi double flowers and their heat and humidity tolerance. Their beautiful blooms appear in early summer and then again in the fall. 'Sweetie Pie' features true pink, semi-double flowers with a subtle darker eye. The foliage is silvery blue-green. The perfect little flowers stand upright like miniature carnations and are produced so abundantly that they smother the foliage when in bloom. This is an excellent choice for the front edge of a sunny garden or rockery.
- Height: 23-28 cm (9-11 in)
- Spread: 30-36 cm (12-14 in)
- Cold Hardiness: Zone 4-9
- Sun or Shade: sun
- Bloom Time: early summer with fall rebloom
- Leaf Colour: blue green
- Bloom Colour: pink
- 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
Bloomfest Garden Art Show
Mark your calendar for July 20-28. We will be open every day during that time. Our Bloomfest Garden Show is happening and our daylily field will be in full bloom. This year we will be displaying the work of 23 artists throughout the gardens and daylily field. It is easy to visualize how a piece of art might look in your own garden when you see it in displayed in a garden here.
Suzanne and Bruce and the Whitehouse Team
July Art Show
Coming Soon Details on our exciting Garden Art Show
The purpose of our Garden Art Show is to merge the beauty of art with the tranquility and aesthetics of a garden, creating a unique and immersive experience for visitors.
You don't want to miss these pieces that harmonize with the surroundings and evoke a sense of connection to nature.
Check Back in May for dates and times.
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