Product Description
Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' PP31454 (30)ct Flat
PRETTY POPPERS® Series
Common Name: Pinks
'Appleblossom Burst' has semi-double flowers with a mixture of flowers colors, from white to an intense pink blush. In a greenhouse, these flowers will be nearly white. Blue-green foliage.
Dianthus are among the best for providing color in late spring and early summer. The PRETTY POPPERS™ Series are semi-evergreen perennials and offer an abundance of red, pink, and white flowers; perfect for the front of the border.
In the carnation family, Dianthus cultivars deliver gorgeous single, semi-double, and fully double flowers. Singles tend to deliver more flowers while doubles are significantly larger, sometimes more than twice the size. Singles also tend to grow quicker and can appear like a carpet in the landscape at maturity.
Dianthus grow best in loose, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Lime can be added to the soil if it is naturally acidic to raise the pH. Dianthus can be grown in full sun or part shade, but the foliage will not be as lush and fewer flowers will be produced if it is grown in hot, dry areas. Regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary. However, they are tolerant of short periods of dryness.
Do a thorough clean-up in the fall to prevent pest and disease problems and add a layer of mulch to protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up, remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot.
Height: 8.0-10.0 Inches
Spread: 16-20 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Pink and White shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) to Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Average Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer - Early Fall
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Evergreen
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Edging, Fragrant Flowers, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant
Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' PP31454, also known as "Pink" or "Gillyflower", is a charming semi-evergreen perennial with masses of sweetly scented, semi-double flowers. The blooms range in color from white to an intense pink blush, often with burgundy centers, creating a captivating multi-colored effect on a single plant. This variety from the Pretty Poppers™ series of Dianthus blooms from early summer to early fall. The eye-catching blossoms are held on upright stems over a compact mound of grassy, blue-green leaves. It is an excellent addition to the front of sunny borders, rock gardens, or decorative containers.
Characteristics Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' has several notable characteristics, summarized in the table below:
- Flower Type: Semi-double, frilly
- Fragrance: Sweet
- Flower Color: White to intense pink blush, often with burgundy centers
- Foliage Color: Blue-green
- Growth Habit: Compact, grows 8-10 inches tall and 16-20 inches wide
- Bloom Time: Early summer to early fall
- Hardiness Zones: 4-9
Other Notable Features: Attracts pollinators (bees and butterflies), deer resistant, heat and humidity tolerant, drought and salt tolerant, easy to grow
Suitable Locations: Gardens, borders, containers, window boxes
Growing and Caring for Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' is a relatively easy plant to grow and care for. Here are some key things to keep in mind:
- Sunlight: This plant performs best in full sun to part shade. It loves full sun but will tolerate some shade.
- Soil: Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' prefers loose, neutral to slightly alkaline, well-drained soils. If the soil is naturally acidic, lime can be added to raise the pH.
- Water: While drought tolerant, regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary for optimal growth and flowering. Water at the base of the plant, allowing the water to soak into the soil and reach the roots. Established plants generally need to be watered about once a week.
- Fertilizing: No special fertilizer is required; one application of garden fertilizer in early spring is sufficient.
- Maintenance: Shearing after flowering will encourage this dianthus to rebloom in early fall. Do a thorough clean-up in the fall to prevent pest and disease issues, and add a layer of mulch to protect the evergreen foliage. As soon as the weather begins to warm up, remove all of this mulch to prevent crown rot.
Hardiness Zones, Bloom Time, and Duration Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. It blooms from early summer to early fall. The bloom time is considered long-lasting.
Potential Pests and Diseases While generally a healthy plant, Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' can be susceptible to certain pests and diseases. These include:
- Leaf spots: These can be caused by various fungal pathogens such as Alternaria and Cladosporium. Leaf spots appear as pale tan to brown spots with purple borders on the leaves.
- Crown or root rots: These can be caused by pathogens such as Rhizoctonia and Pythium. Above-ground symptoms of root and crown rots include wilting, decline, and collapse of the foliage and the entire plant.
- Aphids: These tiny insects can suck the sap from the plant, causing damage to the foliage. Infested plants have curling and discolored foliage.
- Caterpillars: These can chew on the leaves and flowers of the plant.
- Thrips: These tiny insects can also cause damage to the foliage.
To reduce the risk of these problems, it is important to provide good air circulation and maintain proper humidity levels. Keep foliage dry going into nighttime hours. Apply appropriate fungicides or insecticides as needed according to label rates.
Companion Plants Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' pairs well with a variety of companion plants, including:
- Campanula 'Rapido Blue'
- Heuchera 'Wildberry'
- Nepeta 'Purrsian Blue'
- Phlox 'Opening Act White'
- Salvia 'Azure Snow'
- Veronica 'Blue Skywalker'
Dianthus 'Appleblossom Burst' is a delightful addition to any garden. This compact perennial offers a profusion of semi-double, fragrant flowers in shades of white and pink, often with striking burgundy centers. Blooming from early summer to early fall, it provides long-lasting color and attracts pollinators while being deer resistant. Adaptable to a variety of settings, including borders, rock gardens, and containers, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to part shade. Its low-maintenance nature and tolerance to heat, humidity, drought, and salt make it an excellent choice for gardeners of all levels of experience.
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
