Double Red Carnation seeds for lush, double-petaled, red carnations that provide long-lasting beauty in garden beds or bouquets

Add classic elegance to your garden with Double Red Carnation Seeds. This variety produces lush, double-petaled red blooms that are perfect for garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Carnations are known for their long-lasting blooms and bright, vivid colors, making them a favorite for both home gardeners and florists.

Features

• Double-Petaled Red Blooms: Produces full, vibrant flowers for maximum visual impact.
• Long-Lasting Flowers: Ideal for bouquets and continuous garden display.
• Easy to Grow: Thrives in well-drained soil with moderate care.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for garden beds, borders, containers, and cut flowers.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies.

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
• Common Name: Double Red Carnation
• Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as annual in cooler climates)
• Height: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
• Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–9
• Planting Season: Spring
• Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/8 inch of soil
• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
• Uses: Garden beds, borders, container planting, cut flower bouquets, pollinator-friendly gardens

Planting Guide

1. Prepare garden beds or containers with well-draining, fertile soil.
2. Sow seeds lightly covered with 1/8 inch of soil.
3. Place in full sun for optimal growth.
4. Keep soil lightly moist until germination (7–14 days).
5. Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart for healthy growth.
6. Remove faded flowers to prolong blooming and enjoy lush, double-petaled red carnations throughout the season.