Classic Coral Dianthus

Frilly coral-pink blooms, sweet fragrance, continuous color in summer

Botanical Name- Dianthus FRUIT PUNCH 'Classic Coral'

Pronunciation- dy-AN-thus

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Coral pink

Bloom Time- Early Summer

Companion Plants- Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker's Low' (cool-lavender vs coral)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50A

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