Dianthus spp, Red ~ Dianthus, Red bats Yellowing can be a problem

Yellowing can be a problem in alkaline soils

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Coral Bells Azalea

which emerge a deep red with soft pink and white molting that darkens as they mature

Foliage dies to the ground by mid-summer as the plant goes dormant

Dianthus spp, Red ~ Dianthus, Red bats Yellowing can be a problemDianthus is a compact mat forming perennial with narrow foliage and sturdy upright flowering stems topped with typically 5 petaled flowers with frilled or zigzagged edges. The flowers have a spicy fragrance and come in various solid or two toned colors and and bloom first in spring and can continue to intermediately bloom through fall if deadheaded. Blooms best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well drained soil. This selection is an