Go Back Dianthus Flashing Light Maiden Pinks

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:01 PM
Dianthus deltoides 'Flashing Light'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Maiden Pinks are easy-care perennials, ideal for the beginning gardener. 'Flashing Light' forms a low, spreading mound of bronzy evergreen leaves, studded with bright ruby-red flowers in late spring, then on and off through the summer.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Trim back lightly after first flowering. Good choice for poor soils, and hot, sunny sites. Also excellent in tubs and mixed containers. Plants are easily divided in early spring or fall.

    Flower Color

    Ruby-red

    Foliage Color

    Bronzy-green

    Plant Spread

    9-12 in.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    6-12 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-9

    Soil Moisture

    Low to average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Evergreen, Ground cover, Alpine and Rock Garden, Cut flower or foliage, Mass Plant, Border, Drought tolerant, Salt tolerant, Container, Edging, Accent

    Bloom Time

    Late spring to Late summer

    Critter Resistance

    Deer resistant

    Exposure

    Full to part sun

    Growth Rate

    Fast

    Seasonal Interests

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