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Dianthus deltoides ‘Arctic Fire’


Maiden Pinks

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.180.060


Maiden Pinks have been grown in gardens for centuries, most commonly as a border edging or in the rockery. Plants form a low creeping mat of bright green foliage, smothered by small white flowers with a crimson eye, the petals delicately fringed. Sweetly fragrant. Trim back after blooming to encourage repeat flowering. Good choice also for tubs and mixed containers. Easily divided in spring or early fall. Evergreen.

Further details for
Dianthus deltoides ‘Arctic Fire’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Red
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Fast












Dianthus deltoides ‘Arctic Fire’


Maiden Pinks

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.180.060


Maiden Pinks have been grown in gardens for centuries, most commonly as a border edging or in the rockery. Plants form a low creeping mat of bright green foliage, smothered by small white flowers with a crimson eye, the petals delicately fringed. Sweetly fragrant. Trim back after blooming to encourage repeat flowering. Good choice also for tubs and mixed containers. Easily divided in spring or early fall. Evergreen.

Further details for
Dianthus deltoides ‘Arctic Fire’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Dry
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Red
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Fast