Carnation Giant Chabaud Mixed Color - Flower Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Caryophyllaceae |
| Native region |
Mediterranean region |
| Mature height |
30-60 cm |
| Growth rate |
Moderate |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun with some afternoon shade in warm areas |
| Watering |
Moderate; water at the base, let topsoil dry slightly |
| Soil / mix |
Well-drained, slightly alkaline loam rich in organic matter |
| Fertilizer |
Balanced feed at planting; low-nitrogen bloom feed when budding |
| Difficulty |
Moderate |
Uses
<p>Grown as long-lasting cut flowers, in pots, borders and edging; the clove-scented blooms are also used in bouquets and arrangements.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Surface-sow or barely cover seeds (about 0.3 cm) in trays; germination takes <strong>14-21 days</strong>. Transplant seedlings at the 4-6 leaf stage, spacing 20-25 cm apart. Pinch growing tips early to encourage branching and more buds. Stake tall stems. Blooms appear roughly <strong>120-150 days</strong> after sowing, mainly through the cool winter months.</p>