{"product_id":"dianthus-spiked-punch","title":"Dianthus 'Spiked Punch'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDianthus Fruit Punch 'Spiked Punch'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact perennial with vibrant raspberry red double flowers edged with a hint of pink that bloom from late spring into early summer with occasional rebloom. Its blue green evergreen foliage forms a neat mound that adds year round structure while the lightly fragrant blooms bring bold color and classic cottage garden charm to sunny spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 - 10 in x 10 - 12 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer with rebloom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; avoid overly wet soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dianthus is a cultivated hybrid derived from European species and is not native to North America but is widely grown for its compact habit, strong flower color, and reliable garden performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts butterflies such as Painted Ladies and skippers which visit the bright fragrant blooms for nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports native bees and bumblebees which forage among the flowers for nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 10 - 12 in apart to allow plants to form a dense low growing mat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for front borders, edging, rock gardens, and containers where its compact form and vivid blooms provide strong seasonal color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (English Lavender)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers upright fragrant purple blooms that complement the low mounding habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical spikes of deep violet that contrast with the bright flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFestuca glauca (Blue Fescue)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings fine textured blue foliage that pairs well with the compact form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' (Threadleaf Coreopsis)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides long lasting yellow blooms that brighten sunny plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmeria maritima (Sea Thrift)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds a similar low growing habit with globe shaped flowers for layered interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":45947854225569,"sku":"DIANTHUS SPIKED PUNCH","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/spikedpunv.jpg?v=1611238006","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/dianthus-spiked-punch","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}