Firewitch cheddar pink
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch'
Perennial Plant of the Year 2006
USDA zones3 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Sizeup to 12 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Firewitch' cheddar pink (Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch') is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. The fragrant blooms attract butterflies and bees, and the evergreen clumps tolerate drought and salt. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The leaves stay on through winter.
Pairs well with Blanket flower, Little bluestem, and Ice Follies daffodil.