Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
The Red Fire Dianthus adds bold color to a bed or border. This dianthus boasts cup-shaped flowers that have several rows of petals. The petals have irregularly scalloped ends, which create a feathery appearance. The plant is a prolific bloomer and will be engulfed in flowers during the spring and summer. Narrow, silvery-blue foliage provides contrast against the saturated red flowers.
Include the Red Fire Dianthus near the front of a mixed bed or a border. The beautiful flowers make a truly stunning mass planting. Dianthus works as a filler in a container. Plant the Red Fire Dianthus near a high-traffic area so you can enjoy its good looks and the clove-like spicy and sweet fragrance. This lovely perennial is deer resistant but supports pollinators for a healthy ecosystem.
Red Fire Dianthus Care
Dianthus plants grow best in full sun, so choose a location that receives at least 6 hours of light. This adaptable plant can handle various soil types, but prefers fertile, moist, and well-drained soil for the most robust growth. Keep the soil moist, but do not overwater or allow the soil to become soggy. Fertilize monthly to support a prolific bloom cycle.
Remove faded flowers to encourage more blooms. Trim spent growth to ground level in late winter.
Red Fire Dianthus Spacing
The Red Fire Dianthus reaches 8 to 12 inches tall and wide. Space plants 8 to 12 inches apart or grow one plant in a 12-inch-wide container.
Red Fire Dianthus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Annuals |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 8 - 12 Inch |
| Mature Spread: 8 - 12 Feet |
| Spacing: 8 - 12 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Spring through summer |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Gray-Green |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Fall Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Red Fire Dianthus |
| Other Name(s): Rainbow pink, China pink |
| Scientific Name: Dianthus chinensis 'Red Fire |
- SKU:
- 123PLA1535-npn
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.