Botanical profile

Dianthus 'Fruit Punch Classic Coral'

Latin name
Dianthus Fruit Punch® 'Classic Coral'
Common name
Carnation 'Classic Coral'
Type
Perennial
Family
Caryophyllaceae

Chic and perennial , Dianthus 'Classic Coral' from the Fruit Punch® series offers an abundant flowering of double pinkish-coral flowers , with finely serrated petals and delicately scented. Compact and well-clumped, this variety reaches 20 to 25 cm in height , forming a lovely dense cushion ideal for borders, rockeries, planters or sunny beds. It flowers in early summer, then again at the end of the season if the faded flowers are removed. Its evergreen blue-green foliage provides ornamental value all year round . Very hardy, drought-resistant and loved by pollinators, it integrates easily into modern and natural landscaping. A versatile, fragrant and vibrant plant, perfect for a stylish, hassle-free garden.

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
Orange
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 inches (25.5 cm)
Width
14 inches (35.5 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.