Description
Carnation is one of the most spectacular flowering plants appreciated for their colorful flowers. Its elegant flowering provides an eye-catching attribute and can increase the beauty of your outdoor garden.
What makes it special:One of the best flowering plants
Denotes purity and luck, and gratitude.
Perfect plant for outdoor garden and sunny balcony.
Carnations express love, fascination and distinction.
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Carnation (Any Color) – Plant
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4 inch (10 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)
Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a herbaceous perennial plant belongs to the Caryophyllaceae family. The leaves are glaucous greyish green to blue-green and the flowers are produced singly or up to five together. Carnations are perfect for adding instant color to any location! Cut flowers are long-lasting in fresh bouquets makes a lovely gift!.Plant Specifications
Plant Height
9 inch (23 cm)
Plant Spread
4 inch (10 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name
Dianthus caryophyllus, clove pink, Carnation, Divine flower.
Maximum Reachable Height
Up to 60 centimeters.
Flower Colour
Any color.
Bloom Time
Late spring and summer
Difficulty Level
Easy to grow.
Planting and care
Refer our Garden Guide for detailed procedures and meanings of words related to gardening.
SunlightKeep the plant outdoor with Natural indirect bright Light.Protect the Carnation plant from direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage. SoilThe soil should be well drained and fertile rich in oragnic content. WateringPoke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.Application of FertilizerDuring the main growing season feed the Carnation with organic fertilizer once a month.Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.Re-pottingWhen a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.For re-potting procedure click here
Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area.Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil for any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment.
DontsDo not over-water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.Carnation carePlanting environment – Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:Keep the plant in Natural indirect bright Light.Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
Sunlight
Natural indirect bright light.
Watering
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Soil
Soil should be a well drain and fertile, rich in organic content.
Temperature
10 to 20-degree Celcius.
Fertilizer
Apply any organic fertilizer.
Carnation special featureBeautiful elegant flower.Carnation uses
Ornamental Use:
Can use them in a flowerbed, in a rock garden, in containers or as a border, the many available color varieties will add ornamental value both indoors and out
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