Delilah™ Bicolor Magenta Dianthus - Pinks

Delilah™ Bicolor Magenta is a Dianthus plumarius selection with semi-double magenta flowers edged in white. The flowers rise above a compact mound of silver-green foliage and carry a spicy clove fragrance. [Danziger](https://www.danzigeronline.com/catalog/perennials_catalog/delilah-bicolor-magenta/) lists the DELILAH™ series as flowering from spring to early fall, with plants about 25 cm tall and 35 cm wide, and hardy in USDA zones 4–9. ## Landscape Use Use this low dianthus at the front of a sunny border, along an edge, or in a patio container. Its compact size and long bloom period make it useful near paths and seating. ## Growing Conditions Choose full sun or light afternoon shade and well-drained soil. Water consistently while the plant establishes, then allow the soil surface to dry between waterings. [Monrovia](https://www.monrovia.com/delilahtm-bicolor-magenta-dianthus.html) recommends watering when the top two inches of soil are dry. ## Seasonal Interest Flowers begin in spring and can continue into early fall, providing a long display of magenta and white through the growing season. The silver-green foliage forms a tidy mound beneath the stems. ## Maintenance Remove faded flower stems to keep the plant neat and encourage further flowering. The exact-selection sources describe it as easy or low maintenance and fragrant; Monrovia notes that foliage can remain evergreen in warmer winter regions. [Danziger](https://www.danzigeronline.com/catalog/perennials_catalog/delilah-bicolor-magenta/) lists both landscape and pot use.