Dianthus 'Fruit Punch Funky Fuchsia'
Botanical profile

Dianthus 'Fruit Punch Funky Fuchsia'

Latin name
Dianthus Fruit Punch® 'Funky Fuchsia'
Common name
Carnation 'Funky Fuchsia'
Type
Perennial
Family
Caryophyllaceae

A new color for this series renowned for its fragrance and high tolerance to heat and humidity. With its fuchsia-purple, fully double flowers atop bluish foliage, with a rounded shape, it's the perfect choice for borders or mixed arrangements adorning the patio.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained, Limestone
Minimum temperature
'-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June-September
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 inches (25.5 cm)
Width
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.

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