Carnation- King of the Blacks
- Perennial 50cm
- Dark burgundy flowers
- Good for beds, rockeries and as a cut flower
Description
'Carnation- King of the Blacks' seeds
Dianthus caryophyllus
- Perennial 50cm
- Dark burgundy 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 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.
Seeds per gram: 775
Product code: F1-03
| Method | Raise seedlings |
|---|---|
| Sowing Depth | 6mm |
| Season | 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 Until Maturity | 180-200 days |
*Notes: When around 15cm tall cut back flowering stems to encourage more compact growth. Cut back healthy plants yearly.
Shipping
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All orders are dispatched from our warehouse in Knoxfield, Victoria, Australia.
We do not deliver overseas.
Shipping cost is calculated using all the items in your shopping cart and your delivery postcode. The table below outlines the delivery options and costs.
Order dispatch time is currently 1-3 business days plus delivery time
Please note we are unable to guarantee specific delivery dates. The delivery timeframes below are estimates only.
| Whats in the order? | Shipping Options | Shipping Cost | Shipping Details |
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| Small seed packets ONLY | Economy Delivery | $2.50 or FREE on orders over $20 (WA customers: $5 economy delivery*) |
Orders sent via letter | Delivery 2-6 business days No tracking | Guaranteed delivery** by 20 business days |
| Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $6.99 | Order sent via Australia Post- Parcel Post | 1-6 business days WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
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| Express Delivery | Starting from $15.00 (calculated by weight) |
Order sent via Australia Post- Express | 1+ business day WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
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| Order includes BULK seed or other non-seed products |
Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $6.99 | Order sent via Australia Post- Parcel Post | 1-6 business days WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
| Express Delivery | Starting from $15.00 (calculated by weight) |
Order sent via Australia Post- Express | 1+ business day WITH TRACKING | Guaranteed delivery** |
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*All orders sent to Western Australia are subject to mandatory inspection and fees by Quarantine WA. These fees are included in all shipping costs above.
**We will replace all orders that are lost or damaged in transit however we will not replace or refund orders simply because they were delivered later than estimated. Full details here.
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