Product Description
Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' PP28636 CPBR5815 (30)ct Flat
Paint the Town Series
Common Name: Pinks
Members of the Paint the Town Series are prized for their bright colors and increased heat tolerance. This translates to better performance nearly nationwide, even in the heat-loving states. Flowers appear in early summer, and a quick shearing after flowering will encourage them to rebloom in early fall. This is the perfect size to edge the front of the sunny border and use in combination containers.
‘Paint the Town Fuchsia’ is one of the earliest Dianthus to bloom, producing ¾-1” wide, single fuchsia flowers with lavender centers and incredibly serrated petals. Flowers completely cover the plant when it’s in peak. Its glaucous blue foliage set it apart from other Dianthus of its type.
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: 6.0-8.0 Inches
Spread: 12.0-14.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Pink shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Average Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer - Early Fall
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
Evergreen
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Fragrant Flowers, Fragrant Foliage, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant, Small
Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' is a charming and vibrant perennial that will add a splash of color to your garden. It was the 2022 Proven Winners National Perennial of the Year. This lovely plant produces masses of single, bright fuchsia flowers with lavender centers and incredibly serrated petals. The eye-catching blossoms rise just above a tight, compact mound of grassy, glaucous blue leaves. The flowers are produced in such abundance that they literally cover the foliage. Easy to grow, and very heat and humidity tolerant, this garden pink is perfect for adding a splash of color to the garden. It is one of the earliest Dianthus varieties to bloom. It is also far more heat tolerant than other Dianthus varieties. This makes it an excellent addition to the front of sunny borders, rock gardens, or decorative containers.
- Botanical Name: Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia'
- Common Name: Pink, Garden Pink
- Hardiness Zones: 4-9
- Mature Size: 8-10 inches tall and 12-14 inches wide
- Flower Color: Fuchsia with lavender centers
- Bloom Time: Early summer to early fall
- Native Region: Not native to North America
- Toxicity: Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Planting For optimal growth, plant Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' in a location that receives full sun to part shade. It thrives in loose, well-drained soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline. If your soil is heavy clay or overly acidic, amend it with organic matter like compost to improve drainage and adjust the pH. Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' prefers a neutral to slightly alkaline soil pH. Ensure the soil is loose and well-drained. Space plants 12-15 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
Care
- Watering Water regularly after planting until established. Once established, Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' is drought tolerant. However, the foliage will not be as lush, and fewer flowers will be produced if this dianthus is grown in hot, dry areas. Regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary. While it prefers consistently moist soil, it can tolerate short periods of dry soil.
- Fertilizing Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' is not a heavy feeder. A good dose of compost or slow-release fertilizer will improve performance. Fertilize once in the spring with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer.
- Pruning 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.
Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fuchsia' is a show-stopping perennial that is as tough as it is beautiful. This early-blooming variety boasts masses of vibrant fuchsia flowers that will blanket the plant in early summer. With its compact habit, attractive blue foliage, and exceptional heat tolerance, it is a versatile choice for borders, rock gardens, or containers. Plus, it is deer-resistant and easy to care for! Add this 2022 Proven Winners National Perennial of the Year to your garden and enjoy its long-lasting color.
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!
