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EverBloom™ Red Delicious Dianthus

Dianthus × ‘Red Delicious’

Nature Hills Nursery
  • EverBloom™ Technology Delivers Non-Stop Red Blooms Spring Through Fall
  • Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 4-9
  • Grows 1 ft Tall, 2-3 ft Wide
  • Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Pollution Tolerant
  • Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
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Plant Characteristics Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Reblooming, Flowering, Fragrant, Evergreen, Deer-resistant, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Groundcover, Container Friendly, Attracts pollinators
Hardiness Zone 4a9b
Sunlight Full sun, Partial shade
Height 1 ft
Width 2-3 ft
Watering Needs Low, Moderate
Preferred Soil Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Bushy, Compact, Spreading, Trailing, Upright
Plant Life Cycle Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Blooms In Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color Red, Pink
Foliage Color Blue green, Green
Fragrant Yes
Pet Safety Toxic to pets
Suitable Space Indoors, Outdoors
Botanical Name Dianthus × ‘Red Delicious’
Species x
Cultivar Red Delicious
Class Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Frequently Asked Questions

What planting zones is EverBloom™ Red Delicious Dianthus hardy in?
  • EverBloom™ Red Delicious Dianthus is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. This heat and cold-hardy perennial thrives in a wide range of climates, from cold northern regions to hot southern areas. Plant it in full sun with well-draining soil for best performance.

How hardy is it to frost and winter conditions?
  • EverBloom™ Red Delicious Dianthus is cold-hardy in USDA zones 4-9, tolerating temperatures down to -30°F. The silvery-blue foliage stays evergreen in milder regions. Shop at Nature Hills for this frost-tough perennial that bounces back reliably each spring.

How do I deadhead the flowers to keep it blooming all summer?
  • Pinch or snip spent blooms just above the next set of leaves or buds using clean scissors or your fingers. Remove faded flowers every few days throughout the growing season from late spring through fall. This encourages the plant to produce new buds instead of setting seed, keeping your Dianthus blooming continuously.

What are the watering requirements – how often and how much?
  • Water deeply but infrequently once established, as this drought-tolerant perennial prefers lean, well-drained soil. Overwatering can cause root rot and reduce flowering. Allow soil to dry between waterings, typically once weekly in summer.

How do I pinch or prune it for better growth and flowering?
  • Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering from late spring through fall. Pinch or cut stems back to just above the silvery-blue foliage mound. Light pruning in early spring helps maintain the compact 10-12" shape. Shop this low-maintenance bloomer at naturehills.com.

What pests or diseases commonly affect it, like stem rot or bud issues?
  • Dianthus generally resists most pests and diseases when grown in well-draining soil with good air circulation. Crown rot can occur in soggy conditions, and aphids may occasionally appear on new growth. Plant in full sun with lean, well-draining soil and avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal issues.
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