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Olivia Cherry Pinks Dianthus
Dianthus 'Olivia Cherry Pinks'
Compact, colourful, and long-blooming, Olivia Cherry Pinks Dianthus is a vibrant perennial that brings charm and cheer to garden beds, borders, and containers. With its rich cherry-pink blooms and silvery blue-green foliage, this easy-care plant offers both bold colour and elegant texture from late spring through summer.
The fragrant, frilly-edged flowers appear in abundance atop sturdy, upright stems, making them an excellent choice for cut flower gardens or pollinator-friendly plantings. Its compact habit and drought tolerance make it especially well-suited to sunny spots with well-drained soil.
Ideal for edging paths, rock gardens, or mixed perennial beds, Olivia Cherry Pinks performs reliably in Canadian gardens, thriving in Zones 3–9. Deadheading spent blooms will encourage continuous flowering, while its low-maintenance nature means it’s perfect for gardeners of all experience levels.
Add a splash of vibrant colour and classic cottage charm with this standout Dianthus variety.
Olivia Cherry Pinks Dianthus (Assorted Sizes)
Plant Details & Features:
Plant Type: Perennial
Flower Colour: Rich cherry pink
Foliage Colour: Silvery blue-green
Bloom Time: Late spring to mid-summer (with repeat blooms if deadheaded)
Height & Spread: 8–12 inches tall and wide
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Needs: Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil
Water Needs: Low to moderate; prefers dry to medium moisture once established
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to prolong bloom period
Wildlife Friendly: Attracts butterflies and pollinators
Special Features: Fragrant flowers, compact habit, drought tolerant, excellent for borders and containers
Hardiness Zone: Zone 3–9
Caution: None known; generally safe for pets and people
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