Bath's Pink Dianthus
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Bath's Pink Dianthus |
| Botanical Name | Dianthus gratianpolianthus 'Bath's Pink' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 10 to 12 in |
| Mature Width | 10 to 12 in |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | Magenta pink |
| Bloom Interest | Showy,Fragrant |
| Bloom Period | May to June |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Blue-Green |
| Attributes | Deer Resistant |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water if rainfall is less than 1". Well-drained soil is necessary since soils that stay wet, especially in the winter, can cause root rot. |
| Fertilize Notes | Apply 5-10-5 fertilizer in spring just before blooming. |
| Prune Notes | This dianthus blooms once in mass. Shear dead flower stems to show off the groundcover. |