200 Sugar Plum Carnation Seeds for Planting | Dianthus caryophyllus | Purple Blooms

Sugar Plum Carnation is a charming Dianthus caryophyllus variety prized for its ruffled, plum-purple blooms and spicy, clove-like fragrance. These easy-to-grow flowers add a touch of old-fashioned elegance to garden borders, cutting gardens, and container plantings. With their long-lasting flowers and sturdy stems, Sugar Plum Carnations are an excellent choice for fresh bouquets and floral arrangements.

This listing offers 200 Sugar Plum Carnation seeds, giving you plenty of plants to create a colorful display or share with fellow gardeners. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced grower, these seeds are a rewarding way to bring vibrant color and delightful scent to your outdoor space.

Plant Features

• Produces ruffled, plum-purple flowers with a spicy, clove-like fragrance
• Long-lasting blooms that are ideal for cutting and arrangements
• Compact, bushy growth habit that works well in borders and containers
• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees
• Easy to grow from seed, suitable for gardeners of all levels

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
• Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as biennial or annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Sugar Plum Carnation seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them moist but not soggy; light aids germination. Maintain a temperature of 65-70°F (18-21°C). Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions before planting in the garden after the danger of frost has passed.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal issues. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In colder zones, apply a layer of mulch in winter to protect the crowns. With proper care, your carnations will reward you with abundant, fragrant blooms.

What's Included

200 Sugar Plum Carnation seeds (Dianthus caryophyllus) for garden planting.