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Carnation

Dianthus Caryophyllus

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Overview

Dianthus caryophyllus, commonly known as carnation, is a perennial plant that typically grows 18 to 24 inches tall. Renowned for its ruffled, fragrant flowers in a variety of colors, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Blooming from late spring through summer, carnations are excellent for borders, containers, and as cut flowers. They prefer cooler climates and require regular watering, with soil drying slightly between. Hardy in USDA zones 7-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Type AnnualClimate Mediterranean

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — annual for full or half; note that their perennial nature ensures they'll enjoy this engaging flower year after year with

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Annual
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — note that their perennial nature ensures they'll enjoy this engaging flower year after year with proper care

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — pink flowers in the garden; scientifically known as Dianthus caryophyllus

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — This classic beauty is a staple in ornamental gardens and a favorite for cut flower arrangements; glaucous, image 57

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — glaucous green to blue-green foliage offers a striking contrast against the ruffled petal flowers

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — They prefer cooler climates and require regular watering, with soil drying slightly between; regular watering is essential

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — Regular watering is essential

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — Carnations make an excellent mid-level addition to floral beds and borders; is a perennial plant that typically grows 18 to

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — commonly known as carnation; it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, image 73

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — Deadheading spent blooms will encourage further flowering

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — This classic beauty is a staple in ornamental gardens and a favorite for cut flower arrangements

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — To best educate the client; deadheading spent blooms will encourage further flowering, image 68

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — commonly known as carnation

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — with a spread of approximately 12 to 18 inches; carnations can withstand slight fluctuations in temperature but, image 82

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — note that their perennial nature ensures they'll enjoy this engaging flower year after year with proper care; annual for

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — but beware of over-saturation as it can lead to root rot

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — They prefer cooler climates and require regular watering, with soil drying slightly between; regular watering, image 54

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — Deadheading spent blooms will encourage further flowering; to best educate the client, image 65

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — is a perennial plant cherished for its vibrant blooms and rich fragrance

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — Deadheading spent blooms will encourage further flowering; to best educate the client

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — commonly known as carnation; it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — is a perennial plant that typically grows 18 to 24 inches tall

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — annual for full or half; note that their perennial nature ensures they'll enjoy this engaging flower year after, image 72

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — This classic beauty is a staple in ornamental gardens and a favorite for cut flower arrangements; glaucous, image 81

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) — which can span 2 to 3 inches in diameter when fully bloomed.<br><br>Preferring full sun and well-drained; but, image 61

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