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Rockin'™

Dianthus 'Red'

Sweet William

  • Beautiful, vivid red flowers
  • Knee-high plants
  • Ideal for perennial borders

PanAmerican Seed
  • Category: Perennials
  • Breeder: PanAmerican Seed
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-8
  • Height: 18-24 in
  • Spread: 10-12 in
  • Spacing: 12-12 in
  • Temperature: -20°F
  • Bloom Color: Red
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Additional Information about Dianthus Rockin'™ 'Red'

Rockin' the Garden!
This dynamite RED will keep perennial borders rocking for years to come, thanks to its vivid color, durable performance and count-on-it overwintering!

Plug crop time: 4 to 6 weeks
Transplant to finish: 8 to 9 weeks

  • Rockin' Red opens the door to premium product sales in perennial quart and gallon programs for mid-Spring and the Autumn decorating season.
  • Lacy, slightly scented flowers top full and long-lasting plants – this one delivers lots of plant for the money, and that’s sure to satisfy shoppers.
  • Reliably overwinters to USDA Zone 5 (-20°F/-29°C minimum temperatures) to assure multi-year performance.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Dianthus Rockin'™ 'Red'

Plant in full to partial sun garden beds. Average fertilization required.
Bloom Time: Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter