Dianthus 'Maraschino Cherry'
Dianthus FRUIT PUNCH 'Maraschino Cherry' is a compact perennial with vivid cherry red double flowers that stand out against tidy mounds of blue green foliage. Blooming from late spring into summer, it delivers bold color, a light spicy fragrance, and a neat form that works well in borders, edging, and containers.
Height & Spread: 8 - 10 in x 10 - 12 in
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well drained soil; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions
Watering Needs: Low to moderate; avoid overly wet soil
Deer Resistance: Deer resistant
Native Status
This dianthus is a cultivated garden hybrid and is not native to North America. It is bred for improved flower color, compact growth, and extended bloom performance.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Butterflies
- Attracts butterflies such as Painted Ladies and skippers that visit the bright blooms for nectar.
Bees
- Draws in native bees and bumblebees which forage among the flowers for nectar.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 10 - 12 in apart to create a dense low growing edge or allow individual plants to form neat mounds.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for front borders, rock gardens, and containers where its compact habit and vibrant blooms provide long lasting color.
Companion Plants
- Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' (Blue Fescue) - Adds cool toned grassy texture that contrasts with the bright red blooms.
- Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (Lavender) - Complements with fragrant purple flowers and similar sun loving conditions.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Brings vertical flower spikes that pair well with the low mounded form.
- Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Offers soft yellow blooms that create a pleasing color contrast.
- Sedum 'Angelina' (Stonecrop) - Provides a low spreading groundcover with bright foliage that highlights the dianthus flowers.