Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus
Plant Highlights
Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus highlights at a glance!
Plant Highlights
Plant Highlights
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
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Photos Provided ByProven Winners, Inc - www.provenwinners.com
Growing Zones 4-9
Pop of Fragrant, Frilly Color
Looking for a rich, ruby-red flower with delicate pink frosting that'll stop you in your tracks? Meet the Proven Winners® Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus PP#29684 (Dianthus FRUIT PUNCH® 'Cherry Vanilla'), a dazzlingly fragrant herbaceous perennial from the classic Cottage Pinks family. Its frilly, double blooms feature a bold cherry-red center with soft pink picotee edging—like a garden fountain drink poured by Ma Nature herself.
Growing in neat, evergreen mounds of gray-green foliage, this low-growing gem sends up a springtime burst of flowers, reblooms again in the fall, and perfumes the air with that spicy-sweet carnation scent we all adore. It's compact and tidy but showy and sweet—a true workhorse for small spaces, sunny borders, and containers. Gardeners, this plant gets you!
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Key Features
- Deep red double blooms with pink picotee edges
- Lightly fragrant with a spicy carnation scent
- Low-growing, evergreen, mounded habit
- Reblooms with a quick trim after spring blooms
- Drought tolerant and deer resistant
- Perfect for pollinators and small cut flower bouquets
- Cold-hardy to Zone 4, heat and humidity tolerant
- Easy care with high visual payoff
Landscaping Uses
Use Cherry Vanilla Dianthus for a splash of color in small sunny spots—growing only about 8–10 inches tall and spreading 12–18 inches wide, this petite powerhouse is perfect for cozy corners or garden edges.
Native to Europe but long beloved in gardens across the U.S., Dianthus is a symbol of admiration and gratitude, often used in traditional herb gardens and romantic cottage garden designs.
- Front-of-the-border perennial beds
- Edging along walkways or patios
- Mixed perennial or herb beds
- Containers, pots, and troughs
- Groundcover between stepping stones
- Pollinator gardens, Rock Gardens, and the hell-strip along the sidewalk/roadside
Care and Maintenance
This is an herbaceous perennial that brings charm and durability to your landscape. It's low-maintenance, sun-loving, and perfectly suited for dry spells and hungry pollinators.
Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla is cold-hardy in USDA Zones 4 through 9, handles humidity like a champ, thrives in dry spells once established, and even shrugs off nibbling deer.
- Planting Time: Spring or fall. Find Planting and Care Info Here!
- Sun Needs: Full sun for best blooms
- Soil Needs: Well-drained soil; tolerates clay if amended, prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soils
- Moisture Needs: Average to dry; drought tolerant once established
- Arborist Mulch: 3–4 inches of bark mulch or arborist chips help retain moisture and insulate roots
- Fertilization Needs: Light feeding in spring with a balanced fertilizer
- Pruning Info: Deadhead spent flowers for continual bloom; shear lightly after first bloom cycle for fall rebloom
- Special Perks/Growing Tips:
- Deer resistant
- Handles humidity and dry heat
- Great for pollinators
- Long-lasting blooms for floral arrangements
- Division Info: Divide every 3-4 years in early spring or fall to maintain vigor. Learn How To Divide Perennials Here!
Bring Home A Cherry on Top
Add a pop of color that's fragrant, charming, and irresistibly ruffled—Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus brings all the glam without any of the fuss. With low maintenance needs and high garden impact, this little beauty deserves a front-row seat in your flower beds.
Buy now at Nature Hills and enjoy these fizzy, flirty blooms in your garden!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus a perennial?
Yes, this Dianthus is a cold-hardy herbaceous perennial that returns each year with more blooms and fuller growth.
Does Dianthus Cherry Vanilla rebloom?
Absolutely! After its spring bloom, just trim back the spent flowers and enjoy a second flush of blooms in the fall.
Can I grow Cherry Vanilla Dianthus in containers?
Yes! Its tidy mound and low profile make it perfect for pots, troughs, or window boxes.
Is Cherry Vanilla Dianthus deer-resistant?
Yes, deer tend to leave this spicy-scented plant alone.
What pollinators are attracted to Dianthus?
Bees and butterflies love the sweet scent and nectar-rich flowers of Cherry Vanilla Dianthus.
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