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Dianthus - Firewitch
The Dianthus ‘Firewitch’, Dianthus gratianopolitanus, is a beautiful pink flower that can be somewhat lacy and fringed.  With its grassy blue-gray foliage and profuse blooming time, ‘Firewitch’ is one not to miss! Dianthus ‘Firewitch’ has a plant spread of 6-8” and a height of 6”. This dianthus will bloom from midsummer to early fall. In order for a longer bloom time, deadhead the blooms continuously throughout the summer. Dianthus needs a sunny site with well-drained soil, but will tolerate some shade in the afternoon and humidity.  These fragrant, spicy dove-like flowers look wonderful as a border plant, rock gardens, along walks or paths, for edging and a definite in cottage gardens. ‘Firewitch’ needs a sunny site with well-drained soil, but will tolerate some shade in the afternoon along with humidity.  Regular watering during prolonged dry spells will be necessary.  However, this plant is tolerant of short periods of dryness. ‘Firewitch’ provides showers of cheerful, charming, lacy flowers that become a truly great addition to any perennial garden!  * Easy to grow * Vigorous * Drought tolerant


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