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Water Dianthus 'Paint the Town Fancy' deeply every 5-7 days, depending on the weather. During hot spell, water more often, making sure that the soil is evenly moist but not soggy. If rainfall is minimal, you may need to supplement with watering. During cooler temperatures, the watering frequency can be decreased. Check the soil moisture every few days by sticking your finger into the soil. If the soil is dry, water deeply so that the water reaches the root ball.

Pink (Dianthus 'Paint The Town Fancy') plants do best when exposed to bright sunlight for at least 4 to 6 hours per day, with the optimal time of day being between 10am and 2pm. However, the plant should not be exposed to direct sunlight for any longer than 6 hours in order to protect it from scorching or wilting. Filtered sunlight or dappled shade during the hottest part of the day is ideal to keep the soil from drying out too quickly.

Dianthus 'Paint The Town Fancy' should be pruned in spring, just as the new growth begins. This pruning should include removing dead flowers and the removal of any weak or thinning branches. Make sure to prune down by about 2-thirds of the plant’s original height. It may then require a light pruning during the summer to help promote bushiness.