{"product_id":"200-peppermint-pink-carnation-seeds-for-garden-planting-dianthus-caryophyllus","title":"200 Peppermint Pink Carnation Seeds for Garden Planting | Dianthus caryophyllus","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeppermint Pink Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a classic garden favorite prized for its ruffled, softly fragrant blooms in gentle shades of pink. These cheerful flowers bring a cottage-garden charm to borders, cutting gardens, and container plantings, and their long-lasting blooms make lovely fresh or dried cut flowers. Carnations are easy to grow from seed and reward gardeners with a season of color and a light, spicy-sweet fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith their compact, clumping habit and gray-green foliage, carnations work well along walkways, in mixed beds, and in patio pots. They attract pollinators and pair nicely with other sun-loving annuals and perennials for a layered, colorful display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuffled pink blooms with a soft, spicy-sweet fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting flowers that are excellent for cutting and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, clumping growth habit with gray-green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to borders, cutting gardens, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators to the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dianthus caryophyllus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial, often grown as an annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, clumping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring through summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 10 to 12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow carnation seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, pressing them lightly into the soil surface since light aids germination. Keep the growing medium evenly moist but not soggy and maintain a warm, bright location. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves and danger of frost has passed, harden them off and transplant into a sunny garden bed or container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater established plants at the base to keep foliage dry, and provide good air circulation to discourage problems. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering, and pinch young plants lightly to promote a fuller habit. Carnations prefer consistent moisture but resent waterlogged soil, so ensure containers and beds drain freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 Peppermint Pink Carnation seeds (Dianthus caryophyllus) for garden planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824690331958,"sku":"FOLIA2-991","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7368127586_q3g6.jpg?v=1793004130","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-peppermint-pink-carnation-seeds-for-garden-planting-dianthus-caryophyllus","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}