Carnation Seeds – Chabaud Double Mix (Fragrant Carnation) | WINTER

Chabaud Double Mix (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a traditional carnation selection known for its fragrant, densely petalled flowers and long cutting stems.

Sow seeds approximately 3–5 mm deep in fine, well-draining seed compost. Transplant seedlings when established, provide 6 hours or more of sunlight, water moderately and pinch young plants to encourage branching. Remove faded blooms to promote further flowering.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus

• Common Name: Carnation / Chabaud Carnation

• Variety: Chabaud Double Mix

• Flower Colours: Mixed shades, depending on the seed selection

• Flower Form: Double, ruffled and densely petalled

• Fragrance: Pleasant, clove-like scent

• Growth Habit: Upright and branching

• Plant Height: Approximately 45–60 cm

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Flowering Season: Late winter to spring under favourable conditions

• Special Features: Fragrant flowers, excellent for bouquets and cut-flower arrangements

Recommended Grow Bags

G-8 Grow Bag – 8 × 8 inch – 1 plant.

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch – 1–2 plants with adequate spacing.

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch – 2 plants with suitable spacing.

For larger flowering displays, grow several plants in raised beds or garden borders with approximately 25–30 cm spacing.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

50% Bhalu Mitti / Garden Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost + 20% Cocopeat

Use moderately fertile, loose and well-draining soil. Avoid waterlogging and excessive nitrogen fertilization.

Growing Instructions from Seeds

• Method: Nursery or seed tray sowing preferred

• Sowing Depth: Approximately 3–5 mm

• Germination: 10–21 days

• Ideal Germination Temperature: 15–20°C

• Plant Spacing: Approximately 25–30 cm

• Transplanting: When seedlings have developed 3–4 true leaves

• Watering: Maintain light, consistent moisture until germination

Sow in fine seed compost, covering seeds lightly. Keep the growing medium moist but not saturated.

Sunlight & Watering

Sunlight: Full sun, preferably 6 hours or more daily during cool weather.

Watering: Water moderately and allow the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid keeping the roots continuously wet.

Growth & Flowering

• First Flowering: Approximately 130–180 days after sowing, depending on weather and growing conditions

• Flower Form: Double, ruffled blooms

• Flowering Season: Late winter to spring

• Growth Habit: Upright and branching

• Main Use: Ornamental flowers and cut-flower production

Pinch young plants once established to encourage additional flowering branches. Remove faded flowers regularly.

Feeding

Incorporate GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost into the growing medium before transplanting.

Provide light, balanced feeding as required during active growth and bud development. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may favour foliage over flowering.

Important Winter Care

• Provide abundant sunlight.

• Maintain good drainage and airflow.

• Avoid excessive watering during cold weather.

• Protect young plants from unusually severe frost.

• Remove faded flowers and damaged foliage.

• Monitor for aphids, thrips and fungal diseases.

• Support tall flower stems if necessary.

Garden & Decorative Uses

• Winter and spring flower beds

• Decorative garden borders

• Balcony and rooftop gardens

• GREEN GARDENS grow bags

• Fresh flower bouquets

• Cut-flower arrangements

• Fragrant garden displays

Related Products

• GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags

• GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost

• GREEN GARDENS Flower Seeds

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