Bloomin Designs NurseryAnswer
Apr 04, 2024 - 02:21 PM
Yes, it's best to wait to plant Dianthus 'Firewitch' until the nighttime temperatures are consistently above freezing (around 32°F).
Here's why:
Cold damage: Dianthus 'Firewitch' is a perennial, but young plants are more susceptible to frost and freezing temperatures. Nighttime lows in the 30s could damage or kill the new plant.
Root development: Colder soil temperatures can slow down root development, making it harder for the plant to establish itself. Ground temperature (after frost danger) is the second leading problem with early planting. Ground temperature should at least be in upper 40s, preferable 50s for root growth.
Waiting until the weather warms up will give your Dianthus 'Firewitch' a better chance of thriving.
Thanks for asking,
Here's why:
Cold damage: Dianthus 'Firewitch' is a perennial, but young plants are more susceptible to frost and freezing temperatures. Nighttime lows in the 30s could damage or kill the new plant.
Root development: Colder soil temperatures can slow down root development, making it harder for the plant to establish itself. Ground temperature (after frost danger) is the second leading problem with early planting. Ground temperature should at least be in upper 40s, preferable 50s for root growth.
Waiting until the weather warms up will give your Dianthus 'Firewitch' a better chance of thriving.
Thanks for asking,
