Dianthus caryophyllus Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Dianthus caryophyllus, commonly called carnation, has brightly colored flowers and fringed, smooth, fragrant petals. This plant's scent is like a combination of cinnamon and nutmeg, and it is very popular for perfumes, potpourri, and scented products. This plant is often interpreted with love, difference, and maternal affection.
Common Name |
Carnation or Clove Pink
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Plant Type
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Annuals
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Dianthus caryophyllus
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Genus
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Dianthus
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Family
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Caryophyllaceae
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Order
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Caryophyllales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Dianthus caryophyllus Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Dianthus caryophyllus.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Dianthus caryophyllus needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Dianthus caryophyllus needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Dianthus caryophyllus Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Dianthus caryophyllus to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 6 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 75°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
The ideal humidity range for your Dianthus caryophyllus to thrive is between 40% and 60%. |
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Dianthus caryophyllus Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Dianthus caryophyllus. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Dianthus caryophyllus plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
alkaline
neutral
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Dianthus caryophyllus Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Dianthus caryophyllus plant. |
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Maximum Height |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Light Pink
White
Red
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Characteristics |
Fragrant
Showy
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Is Dianthus caryophyllus toxic to pets? |
Yes
Dianthus caryophyllus is also toxic to pets. |
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Garden Style |
Informal and Cottage
Patio And Containers
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Dianthus caryophyllus Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Dianthus caryophyllus, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
autumn
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Dianthus caryophyllus Native Region |
Find out where the Dianthus caryophyllus plant originated. |
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Country |
China
Korea (the Republic of)
Mongolia
Russian Federation (the)
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