Cherry Pie Pinks

Cherry Pie Pinks (Dianthus American Pie 'Cherry Pie')

Cherry Pie Pinks (Dianthus American Pie 'Cherry Pie') is a standout perennial in the American Pie series, known for its vibrant color, clove-like fragrance, and exceptional garden performance. With bold cherry-red eyes surrounded by soft pink petals, this variety adds cheerful contrast to borders, containers, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Bred for both beauty and resilience, it offers long bloom times, sturdy stems, and a tidy growth habit, making it a favorite for low-maintenance landscapes.

Distinctive Features

'Cherry Pie' forms a compact, mounded clump of blue-green, grass-like foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. From late spring through summer, and often reblooming into fall, it produces upright stems topped with single pink flowers, each featuring a prominent cherry-red center and a sweet fragrance. Each flower sits neatly above the foliage, offering both color and texture without flopping. Plants typically reach 10 to 12 inches tall and 12 to 15 inches wide, making them ideal for tight spaces and front-of-border use.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil; avoid heavy or waterlogged soil.
• Water: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established.
• Humidity: Performs best in low to moderate humidity; provide airflow to prevent mildew.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, offering strong performance across a wide range of climates.

Ideal Uses

• Front of Borders: Compact habit and strong stems make it ideal for border edging.
• Containers: Performs beautifully in pots, troughs, and patio planters.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies with fragrant, nectar-rich blooms.
• Cut Flower Gardens: Long-lasting blooms are excellent for small bouquets.
• Rock Gardens: Thrives in sunny, well-drained sites with gritty soil.

Low Maintenance Care

Cherry Pie Pinks is an easy-care perennial that offers consistent bloom and form with very little maintenance, thriving in sun-soaked, dry garden spots.

• Watering: Water during extended dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage reblooming; trim back in fall or early spring to tidy up foliage.
• Fertilizing: Feed with a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring to support growth and flowering.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Deer and rabbit resistant; generally free from pests if grown in well-ventilated locations.
• Winter Care: Hardy with good drainage; avoid winter wet to protect roots.

Why Choose Cherry Pie Pinks?

Cherry Pie Pinks delivers vibrant, fragrant flowers and tidy growth in a highly adaptable, low-maintenance form perfect for small gardens, containers, and sunny borders.

• Bold Bi-Color Blooms: Soft pink petals with deep cherry-red centers create a striking display.
• Fragrant Flowers: Classic clove scent enhances pollinator and sensory gardens.
• Compact and Tidy: Ideal for small spaces and container gardening.
• Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry, sunny sites once established.
• Long Blooming: Reblooms reliably from spring into fall with regular deadheading.

For long-lasting color, fragrance, and pollinator appeal in a compact package, Cherry Pie Pinks (Dianthus American Pie 'Cherry Pie') is a flavorful addition to sunny gardens and containers.