Carnations are plants that are loved the world over for the vibrant colors and fragrant scent. They are popular in the garden as well as in bright bouquets. From bold reds to delicate white and pink, our selections have the perfect carnation for any taste. Hardy enough for a rock garden yet so radiant you’ll want to bring them indoors.
Appearance
Height: 50cm Spread: 50cm
Growth Rate: Medium
Time to Maturity: 6 Months
Habit: Upright
Flower
Size: Large
Colour: Deep Purple
Shape: Double
*Fragrance
Blooming Time:
Summer/Autumn
Foliage
Size: Thin
Colour: Green/Grey*Evergreen
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun.
Soil: Prefers fairly free-draining soil rich in organic matter.
Care: Deadhead regularly to encourage flowering.
Avoid over-watering as this may tend to turn the foliage yellow.
Protect from wind
*stake
Uses & Characteristics:
*Attracts Bees*Attracts Butterflies
*Border
*Containers
*Cottage Garden
*Cut Flowers
*Evergreen
*Fragrant
*Long Flowering
*Massing
*Rock Garden
| Carnations | What they Mean |
|---|---|
| Carnations in general | Fascination, Woman's Love |
| Pink Carnations | Mother's Love |
| Light red Carnations | Admiration |
| Dark red Carnations | Deep Love and a Woman's Affection |
| White Carnations | Pure Love and Good Luck |
| Striped Carnations | Regret, Refusal |
| Green Carnations | St. Patrick's Day |
| Purple Carnations | Capriciousness |
| Yellow Carnation | Disappointment, Dejection |