A Proven Winners selection with 3/4-1″ wide, single vibrant magenta-pink flowers in early summer. Grows best in full sun to light shade in well drained soil. Deer resistant. Attractive to butterflies. 9″ Botanical Name- Dianthus Paint The Town Magenta Pronunciation- dy-AN-thus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Magenta pink Bloom Time- Early Summer Companion Plants- Stachys byzantina – lamb’s ear, soft silver leaves Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP51A Yearly Care Instructions- Remove spent blooms to encourage rebloom; prefer well-drained soil and moderate watering. Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Trim back old foliage in fall. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) sparingly in spring; low feeding need. Avoid waterlogging in clay, as Dianthus requires good drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Rust, crown rot
