Proven Winners® Paint The Town Fuchsia 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 |
Plant Highlights
Proven Winners® Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus highlights at a glance!
Plant Highlights
Plant Highlights
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer, Fall
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Growing Zones 4-9
Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus
Dress Up and Step Out! Bold color, your spring garden needs the Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus (Dianthus x 'Paint the Town Fuchsia')! A Proven Winners® ColorChoice® perennial, this should be your go-to plant for bold color, spicy fragrance, and easy-care beauty. With intense fuchsia-pink blooms and blue-green grassy foliage, this compact mounded plant is perfect for borders, rock gardens, containers, and more.
Blooming in early summer, Paint The Town Fuchsia forms uniform mounds that grow 6-8 inches tall and 12-14 inches wide. The glaucous spikey-looking foliage can remain evergreen in warmer climates and create weed-blocking mats of color! The fragrant flowers attract butterflies and pollinators, while its deer and rabbit resistance make it a reliable, low-maintenance choice.
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Key Features
- Brilliant fuchsia flowers with a lavender center and spicy fragrance.
- Blue-green foliage for year-round interest.
- Compact, mounded habit, ideal for edging and pathways.
- Pollinator-friendly, attracting butterflies and beneficial insects.
- Deer-resistant and rabbit-resistant, perfect for wildlife-prone areas.
- Heat and drought-tolerant, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
- Hardy in USDA Zones 4-9, often evergreen in warmer climates.
How to Use Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus in the Landscape
These low-growing mats burst with color throughout the sun garden!
- Borders & Pathways – Plant along walkways or as a colorful border edge.
- Cottage Gardens – Adds vibrant color and sweet fragrance to romantic garden designs.
- Rock Gardens & Coastal Areas – Handles dry, Xeric, rocky soils and saline conditions with ease.
- Containers & Patio Gardens – Excellent spiller plant in mixed container gardens.
- Cut Flower Gardens – Its clove-scented blooms are perfect for fresh bouquets.
- Mass Planting for Impact – Plant Dianthus in clusters or mass plantings for a bold display of continuous color. Great for filling large open spaces or creating a floral carpet effect. Slow erosion and rainwater runoff on hard-to-mow hillsides and slopes!
- Groundcover – fill bare spots in the garden or plant colorful living mulch throughout your garden beds and borders!
Dianthus Care & Maintenance
Also known as Garden Pinks, these are classic garden perennials that are easy to grow and incredibly hardy!
- Sun & Soil: Full sun to partial shade; thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates afternoon shade in hotter zones.
- Watering: Requires average moisture, but avoid soggy soil.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering. Light pruning after blooming keeps plants tidy.
- Mulching: Use a light mulch at the base for weed control and moisture retention.
Order Your Proven Winners® Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus Today!
Add bold color, fragrance, and pollinator-friendly blooms to your garden with Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus, a Proven Winners® ColorChoice® selection! Perfect for borders, rock gardens, and patio containers, this easy-care perennial will reward you with season-long beauty.
Order now from Nature Hills Online Plant Nursery, and transform your landscape with vivid color and effortless elegance!
Frequently Asked Questions About Paint The Town Fuchsia Dianthus
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How tall does Paint The Town Fuchsia grow?
This Dianthus forms a compact mound, growing 6-8 inches tall and spreading 12-14 inches wide. -
Does Paint The Town Fuchsia attract pollinators?
Yes! Its nectar-rich blooms attract butterflies and other beneficial pollinators. -
Is it deer-resistant?
Yes, deer and rabbits avoid Dianthus, making it ideal for areas with wildlife pressure. -
Can Garden Pinks be grown in containers?
Absolutely! Paint The Town Fuchsia is a perfect choice for container gardening, either as a spiller or a focal plant. -
How do I promote continuous Dianthus blooming?
Deadhead spent flowers and lightly trim or shear after the first bloom to encourage a second round of flowers. - Why Order From Nature Hills Nursery?
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