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Vampire Pinks
Dianthus deltoides 'Vampire'
Pinks
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Plants form a low, spreading evergreen mound of dark-green leaves, studded with deep crimson-red flowers in late spring, then on and off through the summer.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Deer resistant.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Vampire Pinks get?
About 6-12" tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Vampire Pinks need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Vampire Pinks need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Vampire Pinks grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Vampire Pinks deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Vampire Pinks in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Vampire Pinks wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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