Amazon Neon Cherry dianthus
Dianthus barbatus 'Amazon Neon Cherry'
USDA zones6 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size1.5 to 3 feet tall
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Amazon Neon Cherry' dianthus (Dianthus barbatus 'Amazon Neon Cherry') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. Fragrant flowers bloom in early to late spring on long, tough stems. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit them. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Red Charm peony, Johnny jump up, Ornamental onion, and Liberty hosta.