Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus)
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Extremely popular in the cut flower trade, the carnation is one of the world's most familiar bouquet flowers. Few think of it as a landscaping plant, but it fits well into the perennial garden in many climates. Bred for thousands of years, there are many different color forms available today.
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Tags:
cut flower, economic, flower, ornamental, perennial, sun
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Cultivation: Medium-sized perennial for USDA hardiness zones 6 to 9. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm) tall with a spread of 9" to 18" (23 cm to 46 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from late spring through mid-summer.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.
Size: Reaches 1' to 2' (30 cm to 60 cm) tall with a spread of 9" to 18" (23 cm to 46 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from late spring through mid-summer.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.