Pink Fire™ Cheddar Pink

Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Pink Fire' forms a compact evergreen cushion of narrow blue-gray foliage. Its upright stems carry fully double, deep pink flowers with a strong clove fragrance, and the plant can bloom again in early fall. ## Flowers and placement The cultivar patent describes a plant about 15 cm tall and 31 cm across, with flowering from late spring through summer and again in early fall. Use this low mound along a sunny border edge, in a rock garden, or in a container where its fragrance can be enjoyed. [The patent record](https://patents.justia.com/patent/PP32592) documents the cultivar's flower form, fragrance, dimensions, and rebloom; [Gertens' cultivar listing](https://www.gertens.com/pink-fire-dianthus) gives practical garden size and sun guidance. ## Growing conditions Provide full sun and well-drained soil. Its evergreen cushion is most useful where drainage stays open through winter. ## Maintenance Trim spent stems after the main flush to keep the mound tidy. Leave healthy foliage in place as the plant carries its form through winter.