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Caryophyllaceae
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch' ('Feuerhexe')
Firewitch Cheddar Pinks, Firewitch Dianthus
This vibrant cheddar pink is a popular bedding perennial that was named the Perennial Plant of the Year in 2006 by the Perennial Plant Association. It is distinguished by its long bloom time, fine flower color and vigorous, floriferous nature. Plants may bloom for two weeks or in flushes across three or four months.
The pretty and easy 'Firewitch' forms low, dense mounds of gleaming gray-green, grassy foliage that is evergreen. In late spring to early summer, it becomes covered with single stems of rosy pink flowers. These offer a spicy sweet fragrance that scents the air, especially in the still air of the evening. Remove the spent flowers after the flush fades to keep plants looking tidy and attractive.
Cheddar pinks are alpines that originate from the montane regions of Central Europe. They are quite drought tolerant and can take a little more heat than most alpines. Plant them in full sun and perfectly drained, slightly alkaline soil for best growth and flowering. They are ideal for sunny rocky garden spots and look especially lovely spilling over the top of retaining walls or along garden paths with stepping stones.
9 - 1
3 - 9
A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Perennial
Full Sun, Partial Sun
3"-6" / 7.6cm - 15.2cm
12"-24" / 30.5cm - 61.0cm
Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Northern Europe, Western Europe, United Kingdom
Neutral, Alkaline
Well Drained
Loam, Sand
Drought
Fast
Average Water
Mat-forming
Spring, Summer, Fall
Showy
Pink, Rose
Light Green, Gray Green, Silver
Gray Green, Plum, Silver
Yes
No
Single
Fine
Matte
Semi-Evergreen
Container, Edging, Feature Plant, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall
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