
Proven Winners® Pinks True 'Maraschino'
Dianthus x Fruit Punch Maraschino
Enjoy a burst of vibrant color and a delightful clove-like fragrance with the compact and robust Dianthus 'Maraschino'.
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About this plant
Dianthus 'Maraschino' is a show-stopping perennial offering a continuous display of bright red, frilly blooms that stand out against its attractive blue-green foliage. This variety is celebrated for its exceptional heat tolerance, extended bloom time, and a charming spicy-sweet fragrance that will enchant your garden. Perfect for bringing a splash of joy to borders, containers, and rock gardens, 'Maraschino' forms a neat, mounding habit. Its sturdy stems ensure the vibrant flowers are held aloft, creating a polished and inviting look throughout the season. With minimal care, this Dianthus will reward you with abundant color from late spring through fall, making it an excellent choice for both experienced and novice gardeners seeking high impact with low effort.
Care & maintenance
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Divide overcrowded clumps every 2-3 years if desired.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 8-10 inches
- Mature width
- 10-12 inches
- Sun
- Full sun (6+ hours direct sun)
- Water
- Medium to low. Water regularly until established, then drought-tolerant.
- Growth rate
- Medium