Dianthus 'Rockin Purple' - Perennial Carnation
🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Perennial Dianthus
Scientific name: Dianthus chinensis 'Rockin Purple'
Flower color: Bright vivid purple with creamy white center
Mature height: 30–40 cm
Mature width: 25–30 cm
Habit: Compact and bushy
Bloom period: Spring to fall
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Moderate, prefers dry soil
Soil type: Well-drained, poor to average
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Pet toxicity: Non-toxic
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✂️ Care
Very easy to grow and low-maintenance. Regularly remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and encourage continuous production of vibrant bright pink flowers.
Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact and bushy shape.
Apply a light mulch at the base to improve drainage. Minimal intervention required once the plant is established.

