Raspberry Ruffles Dianthus is a compact mat-forming evergreen perennial with blue-grey foliage and hairy stems. Masses of fragrant double raspberry pink flowers with razor-thin white edges bloom first in early summer, and again in early fall if deadheaded. Blooms best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well-drained soil. Heat, drought, and salt tolerant. Type: Perennial Height: 0.5' - 1' Spread: 1’ - 1.5’ Spacing: 1’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 - 9 Culture: Full Sun , Part Sun Bloom Color: Pink Season of Interest: Summer , Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Deadhead to extend bloom. Susceptible to rot and rust. Crown rot may occur in poorly-drained soils. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders , Woodland Garden , Rock Gardens , Foundational Plantings , and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Phlox , Speedwell , Coneflower IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners , Fruit Punch® 'Raspberry Ruffles' Pinks *As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.