Dianthus caryophyllus ‘Chaubaud Benigna’ seeds – (Border carnation)
$4.90
A very pretty old variety with cream to white flowers delicately edged in rose.
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Description
A very beautiful and old heirloom dianthus from France, which has the sweet and spicy fragrance of clove. It has frilly, white to creamy white petals with a rose coloured edging. The 5cm double blooms can also have a small percentage of singles. They are borne above grass-like, gray or blue-green foliage. ‘Chaubaud Benigna’ blooms in late January and February and is best grown as an annual for cut-flower production.
Sowing advice
Sow in spring, early summer, late summer and autumn.
Sow onto the surface of moist seed raising mix in pots or trays. Cover very lightly with seed mix, as light aids germination. Keep moist but not wet and at approx 15-20 deg C. Germination takes 2-3 weeks. When the plant is about 20cm tall, pinch out the centre to encourage bushier more productive plants. Because their stems are tall ( great for cutting ) , try growing them through netting to support them.
Additional information
| Classification | Annual, Perennial |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Border Carnation |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Maximum Height | approx 70 cm |
| Number of seeds in packet | approx 30 |
