Dianthus AMERICAN PIE Cherry Pie
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting fragrance and color.
The Dianthus AMERICAN PIE® Cherry Pie offers vibrant, dark red blooms with a delightful, sweet fragrance, making it an elegant addition to any garden. This variety is known for its long blooming period, extending from mid-spring through mid-fall, providing consistent color. It thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Highly versatile, it works beautifully in garden borders, containers, or mass plantings. Commonly known as carnations or pinks, this low-maintenance plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, enhancing your outdoor sensory experience with its visual appeal and aroma.
$17.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
864
/ 3268
#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-35%
Below average
SKU
27493
Who it's for
- Gardeners wanting fragrant blooms near seating areas
- Landscapers seeking long-lasting, high-contrast floral color
- Container gardeners needing compact plants for small spaces
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy, poorly draining soil conditions
- Busy homeowners preferring low-maintenance, hands-off plants
- Gardeners looking for permanent, long-term perennial plantings
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Consistent color production from mid-spring through mid-fall is exceptional.
Fragrance Intensity
Sweet, aromatic notes provide a distinct sensory upgrade to garden spaces.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort care requirements make this ideal for busy home gardeners.
Wildlife Attraction
Reliably draws butterflies and hummingbirds to enhance backyard biodiversity.
Landscape Versatility
Compact size adapts perfectly to containers, borders, or mass plantings.
Visual Impact
Deep red hues offer a bold, sophisticated contrast in any landscape.
Key Specs
SKU
27493
Variety Name
'Wp19 Pie165'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
11 in
Mature Width
11 in
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Period
Mid Spring to Mid Fall
Features
- Vibrant dark red blooms create a bold visual statement.
- Boasts a delightful, sweet fragrance that enhances the garden atmosphere.
- Long bloomers, providing color from mid-spring through mid-fall.
- Attracts beneficial wildlife, including butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Versatile use in borders, containers, or garden beds.
- Considered an easy care plant requiring low maintenance.
- Offers rich color and fragrance for a sensory garden delight.
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the Dianthus Cherry Pie, noting its vibrant, deep coloring that truly matches the product description. Reviewers frequently mention the plant's impressive reliability and ease of establishment. Even novice gardeners report quick rooting and robust, vigorous growth, leading to abundant, long lasting blooms. The compact, tidy habit makes it a standout performer in borders and containers, confirming its strong value proposition despite the premium price point.
Know before you buy
This variety is a prolific bloomer, providing vibrant red flowers consistently from mid-spring through mid-fall.
Cherry Pie thrives in full sun and requires soil that is consistently moist but well-drained to prevent root rot.
The Dianthus AMERICAN PIE Cherry Pie is hardy in zones 5 through 9, meaning it can withstand winter temperatures in those regions.
Yes, its compact size of 11 inches in height and width makes it an excellent choice for containers, as well as garden borders or mass plantings.
It is considered a low-maintenance plant, making it a great choice for gardeners looking for consistent color and fragrance without intensive care.
Yes, the sweet fragrance and vibrant blooms are effective at attracting beneficial wildlife, specifically butterflies and hummingbirds.
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