Watermelon Ice Dianthus is a compact evergreen perennial with mat-forming narrow icy blue-green foliage and heavy flowering. The spicy scented, fringed watermelon pink flowers have frosted edges and center and bloom from late spring until frost. Blooms best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well-drained soil.
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Height: |
1' - 1.5’ |
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Spread: |
1’ - 1.5’ |
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Spacing: |
1’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Deadhead to extend bloom. Crown rot may occur in poorly-drained soils.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Foundational Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Phlox, Speedwell, Coneflower
IMAGE: Photos by Penn State Flower Trials, Dianthus EverBloom™ 'Watermelon Ice USPP 33,901'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
