{"product_id":"200-squier-pink-carnation-seeds-for-planting-dianthus-caryophyllus-bright-pink-blooms","title":"200 Squier Pink Carnation Seeds for Planting | Dianthus caryophyllus Bright Pink Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eSquier Pink Carnation is a classic Dianthus caryophyllus variety prized for its ruffled, bright pink blooms and spicy, clove-like fragrance. These carnations add a cheerful splash of color to flower beds, borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens, and the long-lasting flowers are excellent for fresh bouquets. With their compact, bushy growth and abundant flowering, they are a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown as a hardy perennial in suitable climates, Squier Pink Carnation typically blooms from late spring into summer, attracting pollinators and providing weeks of color. The plants perform best in full sun with well-drained soil and are relatively low-maintenance once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright pink, fully double blooms with fringed petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy, clove-like fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting flowers ideal for cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit\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 Perennial (often grown as biennial or 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; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Squier Pink Carnation seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Press seeds lightly into the surface of a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix; do not cover completely, as light aids germination. Maintain a temperature of 65-70°F (18-21°C) and keep the medium consistently moist but not soggy. Germination typically occurs in 10-21 days. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions before planting out after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpace plants 12-18 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Apply a balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. In colder zones, provide winter protection with a layer of mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e200 Squier Pink Carnation seeds (Dianthus caryophyllus) for garden planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824685416758,"sku":"FOLIA2-980","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7417162731_6yjh.jpg?v=1793004109","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/200-squier-pink-carnation-seeds-for-planting-dianthus-caryophyllus-bright-pink-blooms","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}