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Dianthus 'Amazon Neon Cherry'

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Dianthus 'Amazon Neon Cherry' (sweet william) bears showy, dark pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blooms during mid spring to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial is upright and has deep green foliage that is glossy and medium textured.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container and cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Dianthus 'Amazon Neon Cherry' (sweet william) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.