Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty' / CHEDDAR PINKS
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty', also known as Cheddar Pinks, is a striking perennial that boasts vibrant red flowers with a sweet, clove-like fragrance, blooming abundantly in late spring to early summer. The plant forms a dense, low-growing mound of silvery-green leaves, creating a neat and attractive groundcover or border accent. 'Red Beauty' thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil, and is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for rock gardens, xeriscaping, or dry, low-water areas. Its cheerful red blooms attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, enhancing both the beauty and ecological value of the garden. With its vibrant color, pleasant fragrance, and minimal care requirements, Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty' is a perfect addition to any low-maintenance garden.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - scarlet red
· HEIGHT - 6-8"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty', also known as Cheddar Pinks, is a striking perennial that boasts vibrant red flowers with a sweet, clove-like fragrance, blooming abundantly in late spring to early summer. The plant forms a dense, low-growing mound of silvery-green leaves, creating a neat and attractive groundcover or border accent. 'Red Beauty' thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil, and is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for rock gardens, xeriscaping, or dry, low-water areas. Its cheerful red blooms attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, enhancing both the beauty and ecological value of the garden. With its vibrant color, pleasant fragrance, and minimal care requirements, Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty' is a perfect addition to any low-maintenance garden.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - scarlet red
· HEIGHT - 6-8"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty', also known as Cheddar Pinks, is a striking perennial that boasts vibrant red flowers with a sweet, clove-like fragrance, blooming abundantly in late spring to early summer. The plant forms a dense, low-growing mound of silvery-green leaves, creating a neat and attractive groundcover or border accent. 'Red Beauty' thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil, and is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for rock gardens, xeriscaping, or dry, low-water areas. Its cheerful red blooms attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, enhancing both the beauty and ecological value of the garden. With its vibrant color, pleasant fragrance, and minimal care requirements, Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Red Beauty' is a perfect addition to any low-maintenance garden.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - scarlet red
· HEIGHT - 6-8"
· HABIT - evergreen
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
