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Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' (Cheddar pink)

Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' Photo/Illustration: Bill Johnson



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' dy-ANN-thus Common Name: Cheddar pink Genus: Dianthus
Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' is a stunning, wide-spreading ground cover with grassy, blue-green foliage and pink flowers. Use it to edge a bed or grow it in your rock garden for a splash of cool color. To keep its blooms going, be sure to deadhead.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Its flowers are pink and have a spicy, clove-like scent.
 Care: Grow in full sun and average to sandy well-drained soil. Will not tolerate standing water, but great for rock gardens and sites that are on the dry side.
 Propagation:

 From seed or softwood cuttings.


 Problems:

 No serious disease or insect problems.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Deer Tolerant
Characteristics Attracts Birds; Attracts Butterflies; Fragrant Flowers; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Early Fall; Early Summer; Fall; Late Spring; Late Summer; Spring; Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses Sun, Ground Covers, Edging, Cut Flower
Style Beds and Borders, Pathways, Cottage Garden, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest
Type Perennials

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