Dianthus Early Bird 'Fizzy' | USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Dianthus EARLY BIRD™ Fizzy features an explosion of pale lavender petals with serrated edges and deep purple centers. Wonderfully perfumed. Very long-flowering.
Early Bird™ Series
Bloom Time: Spring, Summer
Fragrant
Long-Blooming
Attracts Butterflies
Good for Cut Flowers
Common Name: Pinks, Carnation.
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More About Early Bird™ Fizzy Dianthus |
Height: 4-6 inches |
Spread: 8-12 inches |
Flower Colour: Pink Shades |
Foliage remains evergreen in all but the coldest winters. Dianthus are garden classics, appearing in many shapes and colors, most with blue/green or blue frosted quill-like foliage. Long blooming, perfect for small bouquets-most are fragrant. A cottage garden is not complete without several Dianthus. All are heat tolerant and low maintenance beauties. Shear off old flowering stems and approximately 1/3 of the foliage after blooming. Foliage will quickly recover and look nice, even into winter. Prefers loose and sandy alkaline soils. Can be divided in spring every 2-3 years. |