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Hardy perennial
Caryophyllaceae
Perennials
Carnation 'Paint The Town Magenta'
Dianthus
Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta': 20 cm high and 35 cm wide, sun to partial shade exposure. Pink, magenta flowers in June-September. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture requirements.
- Exposure
- Partial shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
Discover the plant
Common nameCarnation 'Paint The Town Magenta'
FamilyCaryophyllaceae
GenusDianthus
CultivarPaint The Town Magenta
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDianthus
For a sun to partial shade composition, 'Paint The Town Magenta' Carnation (Dianthus ‘Paint The Town Magenta’) offers flowers in shades of pink and magenta. The foliage has shades of green, which should be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-September. At maturity, expect 20 cm in height and 35 cm in width, which makes it suitable for the foreground of borders and rockeries.
To plant 'Paint The Town Magenta' Carnation, look for the following exposure: sun to partial shade and suitable soil (well-draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar). After planting 'Paint The Town Magenta' Carnation, water enough to deeply moisten the root ball. Once established, let the surface dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws. A spacing of about 35 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness zone is 4, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.
Throughout the seasons, 'Paint The Town Magenta' Carnation benefits from timely care: remove spent flowers and avoid watering that leaves the crown soggy at the end of the day. The carnation's crown should remain clear; the lower leaves do not tolerate a layer of wet mulch pressed against them. For associations, consider upright sedums, border sages, and catmints in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 20 cm height in mind to place lower plants on the right side and allow the flowers to be visible during June-September.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
13.8 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold sets in.
Propagation
Division of clumps; stem cuttings. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Dianthus ‘Paint The Town Magenta’: Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before the cold weather sets in. After planting Dianthus ‘Paint The Town Magenta’, water sufficiently to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once rooted, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during th milder spells. The crown of the dianthus should remain clear; the lower leaves do not tolerate a layer of damp mulch pressed against them.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
neutral; general indication of the botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
After planting Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize good drainage, especially during thaws.
Soil type
Draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Low to medium after establishment; drainage takes precedence
Seasonal care
Dianthus ‘Paint The Town Magenta’: deadhead spent blooms and avoid watering in the evening in a way that leaves the crown soggy. During its flowering period (June-September), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try Carnation ‘Paint The Town Magenta’ in a container, choose a sturdy pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more frequently than if planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
8 inches (20.5 cm)
Width / spread
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Persistent to semi-persistent depending on climate and winter conditions
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
June-September
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants to consider for Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta': upright sedum, border sages, catmints. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around Dianthus ‘Paint The Town Magenta,’ especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Light, water, and spread compatibility take precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta'?
Provide sun to partial shade and suitable soil (well-drained, rather light; avoid water pockets around the crown). The carnation's crown must remain clear; the lower leaves do not tolerate a layer of damp mulch pressed against them.
How much space should I allocate for Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta'?
Expect a height of about 20 cm and a width of 35 cm at maturity. Approximately 35 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the foreground of borders and rockeries.
When does Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta' bloom?
The period indicated is June-September. The flower palette is pink, magenta. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Dianthus 'Paint The Town Magenta'?
After planting ‘Paint The Town Magenta’ Dianthus, water thoroughly to moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize good drainage, especially during thaws. Remove spent flowers and avoid watering in the late afternoon that leaves the crown soggy.
Can 'Paint The Town Magenta' Dianthus be grown in a pot?
To try ‘Paint The Town Magenta’ carnation in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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