Dianthus - Fancy Knickers

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Dianthus - Fancy Knickers

The Dianthus 'Fancy Knickers', Dianthus Hybrid, has elegant white flowers with just a touch of red in the center. Their very compact habit and free blooming nature make the 'Fancy Knickers' Dianthus a stand out both in container gardens and perennial borders. Dianthus will bloom from mid summer 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 and for edgeing - a very pretty plant. ... more

 

Dianthus - Fire Star The Dianthus Fire Star, Dianthus 'Fire Star' (PPAF), has vibrant red flowers with a dark red eye with evergreen grey-green foliage. This plant blooms the best in the early summer however will rebloom in the fall if deadheaded. It is truly a great addition to any perennial garden and is a favorite as a border plant or in rock gardens.

Dianthus - Fancy Knickers