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Hardy perennial
Caryophyllaceae
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Dianthus 'Rockin Red'
Dianthus
Dianthus 'Rockin Red': 60 cm high and 35 cm spread, sun to partial shade. Red, white, mauve, pink, silver flowers from May to October. Zone 5; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 5
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Common nameDianthus 'Rockin Red'
FamilyCaryophyllaceae
GenusDianthus
CultivarRockin Red
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDianthus
'Rockin Red' Dianthus (Dianthus 'Rockin Red') offers a suitable silhouette for its use: mid-border and group planting. Its taller, well-branched habit gives it a remarkable presence in flower beds, borders, and large containers. With its blue-green foliage and luminous flowers, this plant brings an intense, modern, and energetic touch to any design.
In terms of cultivation, 'Rockin Red' Dianthus prefers full sun to partial shade; the recommended soil is light, fertile, and well-drained. After planting 'Rockin Red' Dianthus, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during mild spells. A spacing of approximately 35 cm between centers serves as a starting point, to be adjusted based on observed vigor. The indicated hardiness level is zone 5, to be evaluated according to your garden's conditions.
Maintenance of 'Rockin Red' Dianthus is mainly based on observing the clump: remove spent flowers and avoid watering that leaves the crown soaked at the end of the day. The collar of the dianthus should remain clear; the lower leaves do not tolerate a layer of wet mulch pressed against them. For associations, consider catmint, border sages, and upright sedums in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (May-October) and the spread of 35 cm will serve as guides for arranging other plants around this one.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
13.8 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation
Cuttings, division
Growing method
‘Rockin Red’ Carnation: Spring after the thaw or early fall, allowing time for the roots to establish before deep freezes. After planting ‘Rockin Red’ Carnation, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once rooted, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during warm spells. The crown of the carnation must remain clear; the lower leaves do not tolerate a layer of wet mulch pressed against them.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Neutral to slightly alkaline
Care level
Low to moderate
Watering
After planting Dianthus ‘Rockin Red’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws.
Soil type
Light, fertile, well-drained soil
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Low to medium after establishment; drainage takes priority
Seasonal care
Dianthus ‘Rockin Red’: remove spent flowers and avoid watering in the late afternoon, which leaves the crown soggy. During its flowering period (May-October), also watch out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable container with holes, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and adult development.
To try 'Rockin Red' Dianthus in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often 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
24 inches (61 cm)
Width / spread
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Semi-persistent
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Compact to semi-erect tuft
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
May-October
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants to consider for 'Rockin Red' Carnation: catmints, border salvias, upright sedums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around 'Rockin Red' Dianthus, above all, avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Light, water, and size compatibility take precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Dianthus 'Rockin Red'?
Expect sun to partial shade and a suitable soil (light, fertile, and well-drained). The crown of the carnation must remain exposed; the lower leaves do not tolerate a layer of damp mulch pressed against them.
What space should I reserve for Dianthus 'Rockin Red'?
Expect a height of around 60 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 middle of a flowerbed and for group plantings.
When does Dianthus 'Rockin Red' bloom?
The indicated period is May-October. The flower palette is red, white, mauve, pink, silvery. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Dianthus 'Rockin Red'?
After planting Dianthus 'Rockin Red', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize good drainage, especially during warm spells. Remove spent flowers and avoid watering in the late afternoon that leaves the crown soggy.
Can 'Rockin Red' Dianthus be grown in pots?
To try Dianthus ‘Rockin Red’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is appropriate for the root ball and its future spread (35 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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