- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9
- Height 8-10 Inches Tall
- Spread 12-14 Inches Wide
This perennial produces fragrant 2-inch-wide carnation-like double magenta pink blossoms that form above its low mound of feathery gray-green foliage. It reblooms all summer long. The flowers attract butterflies and deer tend to leave it alone.
This plant will reach 8 to 10 inches high with a 12 to 14-inch spread. It’s heat, drought and salt tolerant. Fruit Punch Cranberry Cocktail Pinks Dianthus is a fantastic choice for border gardens, containers, mass plantings and along pathways, patios and decks. It’s a great choice for long-lasting bouquets. The flowers can also be dried for use in craft projects.
Fruit Punch Cranberry Cocktail Pinks Dianthus Care
Grow Fruit Punch Cranberry Cocktail Pinks Dianthus in full sun to partial shade conditions in loose, well-drained soil in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9. Shear the top of the plant after the blossom fade to encourage a second flush of flowers in the fall.
Fruit Punch Cranberry Cocktail Pinks Dianthus Spacing
Space individual plants 12 to 14 inches apart, center on center. It can also be grown in garden planters over 8 inches wide.
Fruit Punch Cranberry Cocktail Pinks Dianthus Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Pink to Red |
| Bloom Period: Early Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue to Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 8-10 Inches |
| Spread: 12-14 Inches |
| Spacing: 12-14 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Resists: Deer |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Features: Drought; Heat Tolerant; Winter Interest; Salt Tolerant; Fragrant Flower |
| Scientific Name: Fruit Punch® 'Cranberry Cocktail' Dianthus hybrid USPPAF |
| Common Name: Fruit Punch® Cranberry Cocktail Pinks Dianthus |
| Other Name(s): Pinks |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- DIACNQT
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Plant Shipping
Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
