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Carnation Seeds - Rose
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Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus Grenadin Rose) - Start Carnation Seeds, and you can have a wide selection of lovely Carnation flowers for cutting and arrangements. Grenadin Carnations are very popular with florists and are used in corsages, bouquets, and a wide range of floral arrangements. You can grow this lovely Rose colored Carnation from flower seed in your own garden!
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
Cover thickness of seed
SOWING RATE
2 - 3 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 18 inches
Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus Grenadin Rose) - Start Carnation Seeds, and you can have a wide selection of lovely Carnation flowers for cutting and arrangements. Grenadin Carnations are very popular with florists and are used in corsages, bouquets, and a wide range of floral arrangements. You can grow this lovely Rose colored Carnation from flower seed in your own garden! They grow big, full blooms on strong, straight stems. They feature a blue-gray foliage that stays attractive even when the blooms are finished. Their blooms last a long time whether left in the garden or cut for the vase. Dianthus Caryophyllus has a wonderful spicy clove-like fragrance. Good drainage is essential for winter hardiness.
Sow Dianthus Caryophyllus seeds in trays using starter mix 6 weeks before last frost. Cover only to the thickness of the flower seed. Bottom water to keep the seeds moist. Carnation seeds germinate in 1 - 2 weeks. Pinch out the growing tips in the seedling tray when the plants are 2 - 3 inches in height. This encourages bushy growth. Transplant Dianthus plants outdoors after last frost. Deadhead spent Carnation flowers to prolong bloom time.
Common Questions
What are the best places to use carnation flowers in landscape?
This is a great flower for beds and borders, cottage gardens and containers.
Does this flower attract pollinators?
Yes, carnations attract bees and butterflies as well as some beneficial insects to your garden.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
To promote extended bloom time and compact growth you will need to deadhead your flowers.
Do I need to divide my plants?
Yes, you should divide your carnation plants every second spring or plant new ones to maintain vigor.
Are carnations toxic to animals?
Yes, this plant is toxic to dogs, cats and horses.
