Everlast Red Dianthus

Everlast Red Dianthus (Dianthus 'Everlast Red')

Everlast Red Dianthus (Dianthus 'Everlast Red') is a compact, long-blooming perennial prized for its deep red, fragrant flowers and tidy, mounding habit. Part of the Everlast� series, this selection is known for its early and extended bloom period, making it an ideal low-maintenance focal point for borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Distinctive Features

Everlast Red grows 8 to 12 inches tall and 10 to 14 inches wide, forming a dense, silver-green mound of foliage. It begins blooming earlier than most dianthus and continues through spring, summer, and into fall with regular deadheading. The deep red, semi-double flowers are highly fragrant and attract butterflies while resisting deer and rabbits.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly sandy or rocky soils
• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
• Water Needs: Low to moderate; avoid overwatering
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in rock gardens or alpine plantings
• Edging for borders, walkways, and raised beds
• Mass plantings for continuous seasonal color
• Container gardens and mixed patio planters
• Pollinator gardens attracting butterflies and bees

Low Maintenance Care

• Deadhead regularly to extend the bloom period
• Water sparingly once established
• Mulch lightly to suppress weeds without trapping moisture
• Trim back after flowering to maintain shape
• Divide every few years to rejuvenate growth

Why Choose Everlast Red Dianthus

• Rich red blooms with strong fragrance
• Extended bloom season from spring through fall
• Compact form fits easily into tight spaces and containers
• Heat-tolerant and deer-resistant
• A colorful, low-care focal point in sunny landscapes

Everlast Red Dianthus combines bold color, fragrance, and long-lasting blooms in a compact, easy-care package, making it a standout focal point for garden edges, containers, and pollinator-friendly spaces.