Frosty Fire carnation
Dianthus 'Frosty Fire'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size6 to 9 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
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Notes
'Frosty Fire' carnation (Dianthus 'Frosty Fire') 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 or part sun and dry to average soil of most types. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It stays low at 6 to 9 inches tall and keeps its foliage through winter. Fragrant flowers draw butterflies and bees.
Pairs well with Deep Blue Clips tussock bellflower, Lavender, and Early Sunrise largeflower tickseed.