Paint the Town Magenta Dianthus Plant

Looking to add some bold color to your garden? Dianthus Paint the Town Magenta has you covered! One of the earliest bloomers in the bunch, it throws out a riot of magenta pink flowers with finely serrated petals that’ll have your garden turning heads. And those blooms? They blanket the plant for a vibrant show, while the cool blue foliage keeps things stylish even after the flowers fade.

Part of the heat-tolerant Paint the Town series, this beauty is no diva—it handles warmer climates with ease. After its first round of flowers in early summer, give it a quick trim, and boom! More blooms in early fall. Perfect for borders or containers, it’s compact and ready to shine wherever you plant it.

Like the rest of our Paint the Town varieties, it’s grown without harmful pesticides, making it an eco-friendly choice for your garden. Beauty and brains—what’s not to love?

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant when soil temps are above 45°F—this colorful beauty is ready to shine in your sunny spots!

Soil Preparation:

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

Watering Specifics:

• - Water sparingly—once it’s settled in, this plant doesn’t need much to thrive.

Fertilizer Type:

• - A little boost of slow-release fertilizer in spring will help keep those flowers popping.

Pruning and Training:

• - Snip back after the first bloom to kickstart a second round of vibrant flowers in early fall.

Additional Pest Management:

• - No need to worry about critters—deer and rabbits tend to pass this one by.

Light Requirements:

• - Loves 6+ hours of sunlight, but will still perform with 4 hours in part shade.

Temperature Tolerance:

• - This plant can handle heat and cold down to -30°F with ease.