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Temptress Pinks Carnation
Dianthus 'Temptress'
Pinks Carnation
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Bright, bubblegum pink blooms appear continuously from late spring into fall above neatly compact green foliage. No splitting or empty centers to worry about. Sun-loving and tolerates heat with ease. A fantastic addition to any garden border, parkstrip, or container.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Grows well in patio containers.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Fits small spaces.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Temptress Pinks Carnation get?
About 6-12" tall and 12" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Temptress Pinks Carnation need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Temptress Pinks Carnation need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Temptress Pinks Carnation grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. 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 Temptress Pinks Carnation deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Temptress Pinks Carnation 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 Temptress Pinks Carnation 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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