Carnation- King of the Blacks

Carnation- King of the Blacks

Dianthus caryophyllus

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• Perennial 50cm

• Very dark purple flowers

• Good for beds, rockeries and as a cut flower

Hardy perennial growing to 50cm. A very ornamental plant with grey/green foliage and very dark purple or dark crimson velvet-like double flowers. Is a very popular cut flower. Good for beds, rockeries and borders. Attracts bees and butterflies to the garden. Can be used in potpourri has a scent similar to cloves. Grenadin Carnation.

How to sow and grow:

Method:	Raise seedlings
Sowing Depth:	6mm
When:	Spring and autumn
Germination:	7-14 days @ 18-22°C
Hardiness / Life Cycle:	Hardy Perennial
Plant Spacing:	40cm
Plant Height:	50cm
Position:	Full sun, moist well drained soil
Days to Maturity/Flowering:	180-200 days

*Notes: When around 15cm tall cut back flowering stems to encourage more compact growth. Cut back healthy plants yearly.

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