Named perfectly, Vivid Cherry Charms Border Carnation, Dianthus, enchants with its spicy clove-scented cherry red flowers decorated with centers of curly pink stamens. The masses of flowers first appear in late spring and early summer, then throughout the summer into fall. Vivid Cherry Charms Border Carnation’s deep blue evergreen foliage adds to its allure. It grows low, 4-6″ tall, yet 20″ wide, making it a top choice as a ground cover.

This premium-performing variety reliably returns year after year, filling your perennial garden with vibrant color for years. Vivid Cherry Charms Border Carnation is ideal for containers, mass plantings, cottage gardens, or anywhere you want vibrant color. It is evergreen, drought tolerant, and deer resistant. It is also attractive to butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators.

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Although they bloom well on their own, fertilize for maximum blooming. Although the plant tolerates drought, consistent moisture throughout the season will give you the best results.