Dianthus DiaDeur™ Magenta+Red – DiaDeur™ Magenta+Red Carnation

The DiaDeur™ Magenta+Red carnation reinvents classic garden charm with modern chromatic intensity and a captivating fragrance that fills the surrounding air. This variety stands out with its double flowers and serrated petals, displaying a vibrant contrast between deep magenta and a velvety red heart. Compact and robust, it forms a cushion of evergreen foliage that livens up your borders or containers from spring until the first frosts. It is the premier choice for those seeking generous blooms combined with a spicy clove scent, typical of the finest Dianthus.

• Foliage : Fine, linear, and lanceolate, showing an elegant bluish-green (glaucous) hue that remains attractive even when not in bloom.
• Flowers : A profusion of double flowers in bicolor magenta and red, exuding a powerful and sweet fragrance.
• Light : Requires full sun to maximize foliage density and flower production.
• Habit : Compact, bushy, and forming a well-defined rounded mound.
• Growth : Moderate, reaching approximately 25 to 30 cm in height with a similar spread.
• Soil : Prefers light, rich, neutral or slightly alkaline soil, and above all, perfectly drained.
• Temperature : Excellent hardiness, generally rated for Zone 4.
• Resistances : Stands up well to urban heat, White-tailed deer, and fungal diseases if drainage is adequate.

• Types of use : Ideal for flower bed borders, rock gardens, or in containers on a terrace to enjoy its scent.
• Decorative advantages : Provides a touch of saturated color and fine texture thanks to its graphic foliage and chiseled flowers.

• Watering: Water regularly during the first season, then allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid excess moisture at the crown.
• Fertilization : Apply a granular flower fertilizer in early spring and a balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during summer.
• Pruning : Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Lightly shear the foliage after the main flush of flowers to maintain a compact habit.
• Planting : Space plants 20 to 25 cm apart in a hole enriched with compost.
• Winter Protection: A light snow cover is usually sufficient, but light mulching can protect roots in more exposed areas.