Cheddar pink forms a low, dense mat topped with fragrant pink flowers, useful for edging, rock gardens and spilling over raised-bed edges.
- Height
- 15–31 cm / 0.5–1 ft
- Spread
- 30–61 cm / 1–2 ft
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Flowering
- Spring
- Maintenance
- Low
- USDA zones
- 4a–8b
Planting
Choose full sun and loose, well-drained soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline. A raised bed or stone-wall setting suits its need to avoid wet winter roots.
Care
Remove faded flowers for possible repeat bloom. Water during prolonged drought even though the plant tolerates short dry spells; avoid overwatering, which can lead to crown rot.
Before planting: Leaves may irritate skin and cause illness if eaten; take care around children and pets.
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Sources & photo credit
Plant reference: NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Content checked . Flowering seasons vary with local climate; USDA zones describe winter cold tolerance.
- Cheddar pink: Nick Fullerton · CC BY 2.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.
- Cottage pink: Cathy Dewitt · CC BY 4.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.
- 'Dilys' geranium: Krzysztof Golik · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.
- Bearberry: Walter Siegmund · CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.