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Dianthus caryophyllus

Carnation, Clove Pink

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Dianthus caryophyllus is a perennial. It produces double flowers in red, pink, white or yellow in the spring. Bluish green leaves and leafy stems often become woody at the base. It prefers afternoon shade in hot inland areas with alkaline soil. Encourage more blooms by deadheading. Carnations have a faint fragrance and make excellent cut flowers.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Red, Yellow, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.