'Paint the Town Red' Pinks - Dianthus

'Paint the Town Red' is a low, mounding Dianthus hybrid with single deep magenta-red flowers and glaucous blue foliage. Proven Winners lists it at 6–8 inches tall with a 16–18 inch spread, flowers in spring and summer, and USDA hardiness in Zones 4–9. ## Site and placement Choose full sun to part shade and loose soil that drains well. Average watering and neutral to slightly alkaline soil suit this selection. Its wider mound works along a sunny border or pathway, in a container, or as a low groundcover; leave space for the 16–18 inch spread. ## Seasonal interest The main bloom arrives in early summer, with continued or repeat flowering possible. The flower shade is a deep magenta-red, and the blue-green foliage gives a cool contrast through the growing season. Bees and butterflies visit the flowers, which are fragrant along with the foliage. ## Maintenance Water during establishment and through prolonged dry weather. Established plants tolerate short dry spells, and the breeder notes heat tolerance. Keep the crown in well-drained soil and trim only as needed to tidy spent flower stems. [Proven Winners plant profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/dianthus/paint-town-red-pinks-dianthus-hybrid)