Carnation Double Striped

Carnation – Double Striped     

Approximate Seed Quantity: 50

Gorgeous double frilled flowers of creamy white with red/pink edging and flecks on sturdy 50cm stalks. A real stunner and a favourite with florists and for home cut flowers alike. Easy to grow. Annual. Download sowing guide

• Sow 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost for flowers the same year or later as a biennial
• Requires light to germinate so lightly press the seed into the growing medium and do not cover
• Temperature: 21°C
• Days to germination: 10-14
• Do not get wet whilst watering until the first true leaves show
• Transplant to 7.5cm pots when large enough to handle
• Acclimatise to outdoor conditions and plant out when all danger of frost has passed
• Plant spacing: 30cm or in groups of 3-4 for a dramatic look
• Soil: Rich and well drained
• Light Full sun
• Keep watered in dry periods and will benefit from a feed once or twice a month when in flower