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Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus
Dianthus 'Wp20 Ppa01' PP #33,421
Pronunciation: dy-AN-thus
SKU #44415
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 5 to 7 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | An improved version of the classic Fire Star, this variety has the same bold red flowers, but even more abundant on a more compact form. An excellent selection for rock gardens or mixed containers. Plant en masse to form a groundcover, or use as a colorful edging at the front of a border. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Iris (Iris) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, neutral to slightly alkaline, loose, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season; once established, reduce frequency. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming. Space 5 in. apart for groundcover plantings. |
Details
| Description | An improved version of the classic Fire Star, this variety has the same bold red flowers, but even more abundant on a more compact form. An excellent selection for rock gardens or mixed containers. Plant en masse to form a groundcover, or use as a colorful edging at the front of a border. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging |
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| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Iris (Iris) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, neutral to slightly alkaline, loose, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season; once established, reduce frequency. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming. Space 5 in. apart for groundcover plantings. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus produce flowers?
Spring through summer
Is Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus evergreen or deciduous?
Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus?
Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus grow?
Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus in my landscape?
Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color are Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus flowers?
Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus?
Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus?
Good companion plants for Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Hummingbird Mint (Agastache); Iris (Iris).
How do I care for Star Single™ Fire Star Improved Dianthus?
Provide enriched, neutral to slightly alkaline, loose, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season; once established, reduce frequency. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming. Space 5 in. apart for groundcover plantings.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.