Dianthus ‘Paint the Town Magenta’
Dianthus ‘Paint the Town Magenta’ is a heat-tolerant perennial from the PROVEN WINNERS® Perennial family, known for its early and abundant blooming. It features 3/4 to 1-inch bright magenta flowers that create a fragrant carpet over blue-green foliage. This compact plant reaches 8 inches tall and spreads 12-14 inches wide, making it ideal for borders, pathways, and rock gardens. It thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil, offering drought tolerance once established. Deer resistant and attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds, it benefits from a light trim after flowering to encourage rebloom.
$18.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2189
/ 3268
#2189 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Plant Type
Perennial
/ Perennial
Who it's for
- Brilliant, Lasting Color
- Remarkably Easy Care
- Versatile Garden Fit
Who should skip it
- Specific Soil Preference
- Can Be Short-Lived
- Requires Deadheading for Peak Performance
Key Specs
Plant Type
Perennial
Brand
PROVEN WINNERS® Perennials, Signature Garden Plants
Hardiness Zone
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Max Height
6 – 10 Inches
Max Spread
10 – 12 Inches
Exposure
Full Sun (+6 hrs.), Part Shade (4-6 hrs.)
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes
Drought Tolerant, Evergreen, Fragrant
Features
- Early bloomer with excellent flower coverage.
- Compact habit suitable for borders and rock gardens.
- Heat tolerant and drought tolerant once established.
- Fragrant flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Deer resistant.
- Encourages fall rebloom with a light trim.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Dianthus ‘Paint the Town Magenta’ for its striking visual appeal and remarkable hardiness. Gardeners frequently highlight the plant's vibrant magenta blooms, noting how it truly "paints the town" with continuous color throughout the season. Its robust nature and low maintenance requirements also stand out, making it a reliable choice for adding a bold splash of enduring beauty to various garden settings. This dianthus is celebrated for delivering consistent, eye catching performance with minimal effort.
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