Dianthus Electric Red

Dianthus Electric Red

Dianthus x 'Electric Red'

This mounding perennial bears fragrant red flowers in summer fall.

  • Red flowers are produced in summer fall, providing colour through the bloom season.
  • Mounding clump, reaching 25 cm at maturity; divide every three to four years to maintain vigour.
  • Best in full sun with moist, well-drained soil.
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Plant Characteristics

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil Moisture
Well-drained, Moist, Average
Drought Tolerant
✓
Hardiness Zone
4 – 4
Mature Height (meters)
0.2 – 0.25
Mature Spread (meters)
0.4 – 0.45
Growth Rate
Medium
Flower Colour
Red
Foliage Colour
Blue-green
Bloom Time
SummerFall
Habit
Mounding
Deer Resistant
✓
Rabbit Resistant
✓
Pollinator Friendly
✓
Fragrant
✓
Landscape Uses
Border
Growing & Maintenance Tips
Thrives in average moisture, a well-drained soil, in full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Can tolerate some shade, but will often grow leggy and not bloom as prolifically. Removing spent flowers will extend the bloom time. A low maintenance perennial with no serious disease and insect issues.

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