2015 AAS Bedding Plant Winner
Dianthus Interspecific Jolt™ Pink F1
This is an interspecific dianthus with brightly colored and large, showy flower heads on strong stems that perform extremely well all summer long. Jolt is the most heat tolerant dianthus on the market, sporting very showy, bright pink fringed flowers. Judges called this entry the “Best of the trials! We wish all dianthus performed this well.” This is an easy to grow and trouble-free annual for the gardener looking for neat and tidy low-maintenance flower varieties.
Plant Description
Genus:
Dianthus
Species:
barbatus interspecific
Common Name:
Dianthus Interspecific
Plant Habit:
Mounded, upright
Plant Height:
13-17 inches
Plant Spread:
14-17 inches
Foliage Color:
Dark green
Bloom Time:
Late spring to frost
Bloom Color:
Pink, rose
Bloom Size:
3/4 inch floret, 4 inch umbel
Bloom Color Pattern:
With veins
Breeder:
PanAmerican Seed Company
Close Market Comparison:
Amazon F1 Rose Magic, Noverna Coral, Barbarini Rose
Planting & Care
Garden Spacing:
10-14 inches
Duration Type:
Annual
Light Needs:
Full sun
Water Needs:
Normal
Weather Tolerance:
Cold, heat, rain, wind
Dead Heading Recommended:
No
Staking Required:
No
Pollinator Friendly:
All, bees, butterflies, birds, hummingbirds
Container:
Yes
Medium Height Divider:
Yes
Cut Flower:
Yes
How to Grow:
Plant in full sun in fertile & well-drained soils. Water moderately as needed to keep the soil evenly moist, especially in hot weather. Fertilize every other week or as needed with a complete balanced fertilizer.
Reviews
AAS Display Garden- River Valley Master Gardeners –
Stunning pink flowers held up by sturdy stems. One of my favorites for a bright splash of color.
It did well in Zone 6a garden with drought and heat.