Carnation ''Dianthus"

An elegant and aromatic spring bulb plant with colorful, often double flowers and a delicate fragrance, adding life and a fresh accent to any home. Carnations are popular both as potted indoor plants and as decorative garden or balcony plantings.

Interesting Facts

Carnations originate from Europe and Asia and have been cultivated for several centuries.

Traditionally, they symbolize love, affection, and respect, and are often used in festive and wedding decorations.

Carnations can bloom repeatedly if faded flowers are removed after flowering.

These plants are easy to care for and adapt well to various climatic conditions, making them a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor growing.

Light
Requires a bright location, can tolerate partial shade, but flowering will be more abundant in strong light.

Temperature
Prefers moderate conditions – 15–24 °C. Does not tolerate drafts or sudden temperature changes.

Watering
Water regularly, keeping the soil lightly moist, but do not overwater. Water less frequently in winter.

Soil
Light, nutrient-rich soil with good drainage.

Flowering
Flowers usually appear in spring and summer. With proper care, flowering can repeat multiple times per season.

Toxicity
Carnations are not toxic to humans, but ingestion of leaves or flowers in large amounts may cause mild digestive upset in pets.