Paint the Town Fuchsia Dianthus Plant

Looking to add a pop of fuchsia to your garden? Dianthus Paint the Town Fuchsia is your go-to! As one of the earliest Dianthus to bloom, it delivers a carpet of vibrant fuchsia flowers with lavender centers and serrated petals that steal the show. These ¾-1" wide flowers cover the plant when it’s in full bloom, turning your garden into a sea of color. What’s more, the glaucous blue foliage adds a stunning contrast, making this plant a standout even when it’s not in bloom.

Belonging to the heat-tolerant Paint the Town series, this Dianthus is perfect for gardens across the country, including those warmer regions that often struggle with other Dianthus varieties. With a quick trim after its early summer bloom, it will reward you with a second round of flowers in early fall. It's the ideal size for edging sunny borders or adding some color to combination containers.

Like all members of our Paint the Town series, Paint the Town Fuchsia is grown without harmful pesticides, making it a safe and eco-friendly addition to your garden.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant when soil temps are above 45°F, and choose a sunny spot for the best blooms.

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-drained, average soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH.

Watering Specifics:

• - Water moderately—this plant doesn’t need much once it’s established and is drought-tolerant.

Fertilizer Type:

• - A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring will keep the blooms coming.

Pruning and Training:

• - Shear after the first bloom in early summer to encourage a second round of flowers in early fall.

Additional Pest Management:

• - Deer and rabbits usually steer clear, and it’s generally pest-free!

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives with 6+ hours of sunlight, but can also tolerate 4-6 hours of direct light in partial shade.

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy, handling both heat and cold down to -30°F with ease.