Crown Rot in Dianthus and Container Planting Tips

Saving Rotting Dianthus

Crown rot (brown mushy roots) in dianthus requires immediate action: ensure pot drainage, remove diseased plant, trim dead tissue, treat healthy roots with fungicide, repot in fresh mix in a separate container until recovered.

Container Combos for Part Sun Patio

Left side (3-7 PM sun): butterfly bush, alyssum, dianthus, snapdragons, lavender, maroon lilies, mums.

Right side (shade): impatiens, ferns, spikes, small bananas, lady's mantle, columbine, petunias, geraniums, Johnny jump-ups, begonias, tomatoes, peppers, ornamental kale, herbs (mint, oregano, rosemary, thyme).

Butterfly/Bird Attractors

Include nectar-rich flowers (butterfly bush, lavender, alyssum) and provide water source.