Carnation Seeds - Mix Colors (WINTER)

Approx. 30 to 40 seeds in the pack.

Carnation (Dianthus Caryophyllus) is a stunning winter-flowering plant known for its vibrant, multi-colored blooms and sweet fragrance. This mixed-color pack produces flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and purple, perfect for gardens, borders, pots, and floral arrangements. Hardy and long-lasting, these flowers add elegance and charm to any landscape.

Sowing/Planting Season:

• Best sown during autumn to early winter (November to December).

• Blooms naturally appear in winter to early spring (December to February).

Growing Instructions:

1. Soil Preparation:

   • Use well-drained, loose and fertile soil.

   • Add 50% vermicompost and 50% sandy soil (Bhall). 

   • Avoid waterlogged soil to prevent seed rot.
     

2. Sowing Seeds:

   • Sow seeds 0.5 - 1 cm deep in seed trays or pots.

   • Maintain spacing of 2 - 3 cm between seeds.

3. Watering:

   • Keep soil consistently moist until germination.

   • Water moderately after seedlings establish.

4. Sunlight:

   • Requires full sun to partial shade for healthy growth and vibrant blooms.

5. Transplanting:

   • Once seedlings are 5 - 6 cm tall, transplant into garden beds or larger pots with spacing of 20 - 25 cm.

Usage:

• Ideal for winter gardens, flower beds, borders, and containers.

• Suitable for bouquets, ornamental arrangements, and home decoration.

• Perfect for gifting or enhancing outdoor aesthetics.

Benefits:

• Produces colorful, fragrant, and long-lasting flowers.

• Hardy and easy to grow, suitable for beginner gardeners.

• Enhances garden beauty and attracts pollinators.

• Adds seasonal color to winter landscapes.