Dianthus ‘Wicked Witch’

Border Pinks

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.180.680

A selection of the Border Pinks, a group of Dianthus that are a traditional favourite for planting in rock gardens or using as a border edging. This outstanding variety forms a low cushion of grassy blue-grey foliage, with an early-summer display of fragrant single cherry-red blooms. Shear plants back lightly after blooming to maintain a tight, compact habit. Plants require good drainage and are an excellent choice for hot dry sites or gravelly soils. Combines beautifully with other low alpine plants. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen. Discovered at Plant Delights Nursery in North Carolina, as a sport of ‘Feuerhexe’ (Firewitch). Originally introduced under the name ‘Red Devil’. USPP#19824: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Dianthus ‘Wicked Witch’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Red

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Late Spring

Foliage Color
Blue
Grey Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Fragrant

Flower Head Size

Height
15-20 cm
6-8 inches

Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
Light

Growth Rate
Slow