Tickled Pink Dianthus (Dianthus ‘Tickled Pink’)
Tickled Pink Dianthus (Dianthus ‘Tickled Pink’) is a compact, floriferous perennial featuring soft pink, fully double blooms with delicate fringed edges. Blooming from late spring through summer, this charming variety adds a warm and inviting touch to borders, containers, and rock gardens. Its evergreen, blue-green foliage forms a dense, rounded mound, ensuring year-round interest.
Distinctive Features
Tickled Pink Dianthus produces an abundance of ruffled pink blooms with a sweet clove-like fragrance. This variety is highly regarded for its long-lasting flowers, compact growth, and excellent drought tolerance.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun.
- Soil: Well-draining, neutral to alkaline soil.
- Water: Moderate watering; tolerates occasional dryness.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9.
Why Choose Tickled Pink Dianthus?
- Soft Pink, Fully Double Blooms: Adds elegance and texture.
- Extended Bloom Time: Flowers continuously from late spring through summer.
- Highly Fragrant: A sweet clove scent enhances garden spaces.
- Drought & Heat Tolerant: Thrives in dry, sunny conditions.
- Low Maintenance & Deer Resistant: Perfect for easy-care landscapes.