Fruit Punch® Funky Fuchsia Dianthus

Light Needs

Part Sun to Full Sun

(5+ Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

6-11 Inches

Mature Spread

1-2 Feet

Growing Zones

4 to 9

Funky Fuchsia Dianthus is one of a collection in the Fruit Punch® series of perennials that gives a punch of color to any garden border or container planting. Funky Fuchsia, also known by the common name of Garden Pinks, has fully double flowers that are fragrant, sturdy, and exceptionally early blooming in the spring. The glaucous green foliage and stems are semi-evergreen in most USDA hardiness zones, while the flowers attract early native pollinators to the garden.

Fruit Punch® Dianthus are heat, salt and wind tolerant. They have uniform, florist-quality stems that last a long time in the vase. Deer do not often browse Dianthus, and few diseases attack these exceptionally hardy plants. Dianthus's spicy, sweet scent makes them a favorite for planting in sensory gardens or near a patio. Funky Fuchsia will spread moderately and looks great as a groundcover in an early spring bulb garden.

Fruit Punch® Funky Fuchsia Dianthus Care

Plant Dianthus in full sun to part shade in well-draining soil. Average texture and a neutral to alkaline soil pH is preferred. Spring transplanting will require watering throughout the first summer for the plants to establish well. Supplemental watering is rarely needed after the first 1-2 years when planted in the garden. Container-grown Dianthus will require watering when 1-2 inches of soil are dry to the touch. Daily watering may be needed during the hottest part of the summer. Fertilize Dianthus with a slow-release granular feed formulated for flowering plants and roses. Look for an NPK ratio of 1-4-2, supporting heavy blooming and root growth.  

Dianthus require next to no maintenance but benefit from deadheading once a week while in bloom. This clean-up encourages the plant to continue forming flowers instead of setting seeds. Fertilize the plants early in the spring as new growth emerges. Scratch a granular fertilizer into the top 1-2 inches of soil over the root zone to provide nutrition all season long. After the first flush of blooms, Dianthus can be cut back to within 6 inches of the soil. This encourages the plant to regrow vigorously and often results in another round of flowers later in the summer. Container-grown Dianthus will need fertilizing with a diluted liquid fertilizer once a month from April to September.

Fruit Punch® Funky Fuchsia Dianthus Spacing

Funky Fuchsia Dianthus is a petite perennial that reaches a mature height of 8-10 inches and spreads 14-16 inches. Plant Dianthus in a container with at least an 8-inch diameter. Space each plant 12 inches apart on the center when planting in multiples.

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Variety	Flowers	Mature Size	Best For	Why Choose It
Fruit Punch® Whipped Cream Dianthus	Pure white, double	8–10" H × 12–14" W	Bright edging	Only white-flowered selection
Fruit Punch® Classic Coral Dianthus	Coral pink, double	8–10" H × 12–14" W	Warm-color borders	Soft coral blooms over blue-green foliage
Fruit Punch® Raspberry Ruffles Dianthus	Raspberry pink with thin white edge	8–10" H × 12–14" W	Detailed bicolor flowers	Ruffled petals with fine pale edging
Fruit Punch® Sweetie Pie Dianthus	True pink with darker eye	10" H × 12–14" W	Classic pink planting	Clear pink flowers with a darker center
Fruit Punch® Spiked Punch Dianthus	Fuchsia pink with deep red eye	6–8" H × 12–14" W	Front of the border	Shortest selection with deeply serrated petals
Fruit Punch® Cranberry Cocktail Dianthus	Hot magenta pink	8–10" H × 12–14" W	Rich magenta color	Saturated flowers above grey-green foliage
Fruit Punch® Cherry Vanilla Dianthus	Deep red with pale pink edge	8–10" H × 8–12" W	Small spaces / containers	Narrowest habit with a crisp picotee pattern
Fruit Punch® Black Cherry Frost Dianthus	Velvety red with near-white edge	8–10" H × 12–14" W	Dramatic bicolor	Dark red flowers with pale serrated margins
Fruit Punch® Maraschino Dianthus	Hot cherry red, double	9–11" H × 12–14" W	Clear red color	Cherry-red flowers above silvery blue foliage
Fruit Punch® Funky Fuchsia Dianthus	Fuchsia purple, fully double	8–10" H × 14–16" W	Large flower display	Fruit Punch® Funky Fuchsia Dianthus Plant Facts Growing Conditions Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones USDA Zones 4 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop) Sun Exposure Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun) Mature Height 6-11 Inches Mature Spread 1-2 Feet Growth Habit , Mounded Water Needs Average Flowers & Foliage Flower Colors , Pink, Purple Flower Description Pink, Purple Bloom Time Late Spring to Summer Foliage Color , Green Foliage Description Green Foliage Type , Semi-Evergreen Seasonal Interest , Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering Garden Benefits AttractsBees Butterflies ResistsDeer ToleratesHeat Drought Salt SafetyKid Safe FeaturesAttracts Pollinators Cut Flowers Fragrant Low Maintenance Great ForBorders Containers Edging Mass Planting Container RoleFiller Plant Overview Common Name Fruit Punch®, Funky Fuchsia Dianthus Also Known As Dianthus FRUIT PUNCH®, 'Funky Fuchsia' Botanical Name Dianthus FRUIT PUNCH 'Funky Fuchsia' Plant Type Perennial Simple Plant Spacing Calculator Planting Shape Rectangle Circle Known Area Length (ft) Width (ft) Diameter (ft) Or enter radius below Radius (ft) Known Area (sq ft) Plant Spacing On-Center (in) Pattern Square (grid) Triangular (staggered) Fill edge gaps (max plants) Enter area to see results. Visual Preview Print / Save PDF Powered by SKU: 1231014705-pc 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. Quart Pot Also Known 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 Known As: 2.5 Quart Pot Plant Age: ~ 1 - 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 Known As: #1 Container 1 Gallon Plant Age: ~ 1 - 2 years old Plant Size: ~ 10"-14" Pot Size: ~ 7"H x 7.75"W Volume: 2.26-3.73 quarts #2 Pot Also Known 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 Known 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 #5 Pot Also Known As: #5 Container 5 Gallon Plant Age: ~3-4 years old Plant Size: ~ 20" - 60" Pot Size: ~11" H x 10 1/2” W Volume: 3.5 - 4 gallons Learn more about container sizes. Best in Class Warranty We stand behind our plants with industry-leading guarantees to give you peace of mind. Arrival Guarantee We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days. Free 1-Year Plant Warranty Starting January 1, 2026 all bushes, perennials & trees purchased come with an extended 1-year warranty for added confidence. If your plant dies due to a health issue within a year, we’ll make it right. Learn more about our warranty Plants Shipping Now Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed. Shipping Destinations Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally. This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states. If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team! Close × Fruit Punch® Funky Fuchsia Dianthus Related Categories ❮ ❯ Close × ! OK Cancel