SKU : 1DIAPTFU01
Disponible en magasin seulement
Format
1 GAL
DIANTHUS – PAINT THE TOWN FUCHSIA
An explosion of color and vibrant blooms: Dianthus Paint The Town Fuchsia is a modern perennial dianthus that brightens up borders and planters. This compact and floriferous selection from the Paint The Town series stands out with its intense colors, silvery foliage, and exceptional flowering throughout the summer.
Key Features
Type : Hardy perennial
Botanical name : Dianthus hybrida ‘Paint The Town Fuchsia’
Flower color : Vibrant fuchsia with a magenta heart
Flowering period : May to September (recurrent)
Height : 15 to 25 cm (6 to 10 inches)
Habit : Compact, spreading, forming a dense cushion
Foliage : Silvery-gray to bluish, evergreen and ornamental
Exposure : Full sun
Soil : Light, well-drained, calcareous or neutral
Hardiness : Excellent (down to -25 °C / -13 °F)
Why choose it?
Abundant and vibrant flowering: a wave of fuchsia blooms all summer long Excellent heat and drought resistance Compact and spreading habit: ideal for borders and rockeries Evergreen silvery foliage: ornamental even when not in bloom Bright and modern color: enhances gray, white, or blue compositions Early and recurrent flowering: blooms from late spring Easy-to-grow and hardy perennial: suitable for all gardens
Cultivation and Care
Planting : Spring or autumn, in full sun
Spacing : 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 inches) for ground cover effect
Soil : Well-drained, even slightly dry
Watering : Moderate, tolerates drought well once established; avoid overwatering
Maintenance : Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms; prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact habit
Fertilization : Low-maintenance; a light application of compost in spring is sufficient
Ideal for
Flowering borders and sunny rockeries Dry gardens and contemporary beds Pots and planters on balconies and terraces Associations with lavender, sedums, nepeta, armeria Low-maintenance gardens or early-blooming gardens
In summary : Dianthus ‘Paint The Town Fuchsia’ is a compact, floriferous, and resilient perennial, ready to brighten your garden with its vibrant color. Easy to grow and incredibly floriferous, it combines modern aesthetics, hardiness, and simple maintenance.
