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The Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’, Dianthus x allwoodii, is a wonderful double red flowered Dianthus. With its grassy blue gray foliage and profuse blooming time, ‘Frosty Fire’ is one not to miss. Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’ has a plant spread of 8 12” and a height of 6”. Dianthus will bloom from mid summer to early fall. In order for a longer bloom time, deadhead the blooms continuously throughout the summer. Dianthus needs a sunny site with well drained soil, but will tolerate some shade in the afternoon and humidity. These fragrant, spicy dove like flowers look wonderful as a border plant, rock gardens, along walks or paths, for edging and a definite in cottage gardens.
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