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Dianthus caryophyllus (/ d aɪ ˈ æ n θ ə s ˌ k ɛər i ə ˈ f ɪ l ə s / dy-AN-thəs KAIR-ee-ə-FIL-əs), commonly known as carnation or clove pink, is a species of Dianthus native to the Mediterranean region.Its exact natural range is uncertain due to extensive cultivation over the last 2,000 years. Carnations are prized for their vibrant colors, delicate fringed petals, and enchanting ...
Feb 9, 2023 · The carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a perennial grown widely for use as a cut flower.Who among us hasn't been gifted with a carnation flower corsage, boutonniere, or bouquet? Carnation plants are a variety of dianthus, and are also known as pinks because their natural color range includes many shades of pink, white, coral, and red.
carnation, ( Dianthus caryophyllus ), herbaceous plant of the pink, or carnation, family ( Caryophyllaceae ), native to the Mediterranean area. It is widely cultivated for its fringe-petaled flowers, which often have a spicy fragrance, and is used extensively in the floral industry. See also pink ( Dianthus ).
Carnations come in a wide range of colors, and their cultivars have three different types. The three main types or categories are dwarf, spray, and large-flowered. Dwarf and spray flowered carnations (also referred to as mini carnations) usually display smaller blooms. They can grow between 9 to 12 inches high.
Jan 3, 2024 · Carnation flowers come in a range of colors, ranging from red to white, pink, and bicolored varieties. White carnations are often dyed to create synthetic-colored blooms like black, green, and blue (1). Taller varieties, which can grow up to 3 or 4 ft in height, are more commonly used as cut flowers and boutonnieres.
Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus Common Name: Carnation Family: Caryophyllaceae Plant Type: Perennial Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9 Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline (6.0 to 7.0) Maturity: 2 to 3 years Height: 18 to 24 inches Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Jul 12, 2023 · Carnations have a rich history and come in various cultivars, offering a modern twist to a classic flower. The classic carnation is a part of the Dianthus genus, containing a range of popular garden plants, including Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) and Garden Pinks (Dianthus plumarius).They are known for their adorable frilled petals and often spicy scents, lending carnations their other ...
Apr 3, 2023 · The fringed flowers of carnations and their hybrids have a radial symmetry with a sweetly spicy fragrance of cloves. The scent is lighter than other Dianthus species such as Cheddar pinks (D. gratianopolitanus), and many cultivars are entirely fragrance-free.. The opposing, narrow leaves are a pretty gray-green or blue-green and make a handsome contrasting anchor for the color-saturated ...
Mar 5, 2024 · The term “carnation” is derived from the Latin word “carnatio” or “incarnation,” which means “fleshiness,” possibly referring to the original color of the flower or its flesh-like tone. This is linked to the Latin word “caro” or “carnis,” meaning “flesh.”. Interestingly, another perspective ties the name to the word ...
The carnation is a long-stemmed flower that can grow up to 80cm tall. The leaves are grey-green, thin and grow in pairs on either side of the stem, up to 15 cm long. The flowers are around 3 to 5cm across, and either grow individually or in a cluster at the top of the stem. The natural flower colour is pink-purple, but cultivars come in a range ...
