Dianthus Caryophyllus Pink, commonly known as Carnation, is a timeless perennial admired for its fragrant, vibrant blooms. Perfect for bouquets, garden borders, and container gardens, this plant provides long-lasting color and charm. With proper care, Carnations produce abundant flowers suitable for decorative planting and cut flower arrangements.
Features
- Produces fragrant, vibrant pink blooms
- Ideal for bouquets, garden borders, and container gardens
- Long-lasting seasonal flowers
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
- Common Name (US): Carnation
- Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
- Flower Color: Pink
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 59
- Plant Height: 1224 inches depending on variety
- Blooming Season: Late spring through summer
Plant Guide
- Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
- Watering: Regular watering; allow soil to dry slightly between watering
- Germination Time: 1014 days
- Spacing: 812 inches apart
- Sowing Method: Sow seeds indoors 68 weeks before last frost; transplant seedlings outdoors after frost passes
- Temperature for Germination: 6570F (1821C)
- Maintenance Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; mulch around base to retain moisture
- Pest Management: Monitor for aphids and spider mites; use natural pest control methods as necessary
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