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Posted 01/23/2023 in Perennial

Dianthus 'First Love'

Noted for its changing colors of flowers, Dianthus 'First Love' features flowers that emerge white before changing to pink and finally to lavender-rose. The perennial forms a mound of silvery blue-green foliage that contrasts well with the foliage.

Post Details

Latin Name
Dianthus 'First Love'
Common Name
Cheddar Pink
Planting Zone
Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
1-1.5 ft
Spread
1-1.5 ft
Suggested Uses
Rock Garden
Potential Pests
Crown rot

Plant Story

Noted for its changing colors of flowers, Dianthus 'First Love' features flowers that emerge white before changing to pink and finally to lavender-rose. The perennial forms a mound of silvery blue-green foliage that contrasts well with the foliage.

Special Care Instructions

Remove spent flowers for a prolong bloom period. Avoid moist, poorly drained soil.

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