Vivid™ Bright Light Dianthus

Spicy-Sweet Blooms!

Vivid™ Bright Light Dianthus PP#28,239 (Dianthus 'Uribest52') is a vivid little firecracker of a plant that blooms from spring through fall with bold, hot-pink flowers that are as fragrant as they are flashy. These petite powerhouses perfume the air with a spicy-sweet cinnamon scent and beckon butterflies with their flat, frilly flowers.

It’s a top pick for vibrant curb appeal, cut flower arrangements, and even dried potpourri. Plus, this reblooming beauty doesn’t take a break—it keeps on flowering when many other perennials call it quits. Small, frilled-edge blossoms cover sturdy stems in a constant flush of color, making it as eye-catching as it is hardworking.

This compact herbaceous perennial forms neat mounds of fine-textured, blue-green foliage that remains evergreen in warmer climates. The slender, narrow leaves add a cooling contrast to the sizzling blooms, while the tidy habit makes it a reliable "filler" in containers or borders.

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Key Features

• Hot-pink, frilly flowers from spring through fall
• Sweet and spicy fragrance, reminiscent of cinnamon-sugar
• Fine, blue-green evergreen foliage in warm zones
• Compact size perfect for containers and edging
• Highly attractive to butterflies!
• Excellent as cut flowers and for dried arrangements
• Thrives in heat and humidity. Drought tolerant and salt spray tolerant
• Deer resistant and low maintenance

Landscaping Uses

Use this small (8–10 inches tall, 8–10 inches wide), mounded plant as a showy ribbon of color in the sunny garden. Vivid™ Bright Light Dianthus adds dynamic contrast and a bold punch of Barbie-pink to your landscape.

Whether you're planting along a sun-drenched border, jazzing up containers, or creating a pollinator haven, this plant steps up in style.

• Perfect as a groundcover or edging along borders and paths
• Brightens up Rock Gardens and curbside plantings
• Fills open areas with cheerful mass plantings
• Ideal in patio pots, window boxes, and container gardens
• Adds charm to cottage gardens
• Lovely in cut flower gardens and pollinator plantings
• Great gift idea for celebrations or cheer-up moments

Care and Maintenance

This is an herbaceous perennial that handles a range of conditions but truly shines with a little attention from the gardener. It's sun-loving, drought tolerant, and thrives in both dry and humid conditions.

Vivid Bright Light Dianthus is more than just a pretty face—it’s a rugged, adaptable charmer that handles heat, humidity, and even salt spray with ease. It's deer resistant, drought tolerant once established, and hardy across a broad range of zones—from the Deep South to the Windy City.

• Planting Time: Spring or fall. Find Planting and Care Info Here!
• Sun Needs: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
• Soil Needs: Requires well-drained soil; doesn’t tolerate soggy conditions—use raised beds if needed; tolerates clay and rocky soil
• Moisture Needs: Low once established; water regularly during establishment
• Mulch: Use a 3–4 inch deep layer of bark chips or arborist mulch to conserve moisture and insulate roots
• Fertilization Needs: Use a slow-release organic fertilizer for flowering plants in early spring and again in midsummer
• Pruning Info: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms; tidy in early spring or trim lightly anytime
• Renewal Pruning: Cut back old foliage in early spring to refresh
• Special Perks/Growing Tips: Handles heat, humidity, deer, salt spray, and tough soils!
• Division Info: Divide every 3-5 years in spring or fall to keep plants vigorous

Pretty in Pink—and Then Some!

Vivid™ Bright Light Dianthus brings that "wow" factor with nonstop blooms, spicy scent, and all-around resilience. Whether you're designing for butterflies, fragrance, or bold color, this petite perennial earns its keep and then some. Plant it once, enjoy it for seasons to come, and let Ma Nature do the rest!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vivid Bright Light Dianthus rebloom?
Yes, it blooms from spring through fall with proper deadheading.

Is Dianthus evergreen?
In warm climates, its blue-green foliage remains evergreen.

How tall does Vivid Bright Light Dianthus grow?
It stays compact, reaching 8–10 inches tall and 8–10 inches wide.

Can Dianthus grow in salty or coastal areas?
Yes, it tolerates salt spray well, making it suitable for coastal gardens.

What zones is Vivid Bright Light Dianthus hardy in?
It is cold-hardy in a wide range, including Zone 4 through Zone 9.

Is this variety good for pollinators?
Yes! Butterflies love the nectar-rich, open flowers.

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