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CARNATION King of the Black
Dianthus caryophyllus
Stock: Out Of Stock
SKU Code: F.- 289
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Characteristics: Perennial 60 cm
Seeds per packet: 30
Plush as velvet the double fringed flowers of Grenadin King of the Blacks are the darkest to be found. The double clove-scented blossoms are displayed profusely on slender sturdy stems.
Use in rock gardens, containers or well-drained mixed beds and borders. Their lovely blossoms also make excellent long lasting cut flowers.
Adaptable to most well-drained soils in a sunny position. Fertile soils will produce the best blooms, avoid waterlogged soils.
Tropical: Mid-Autumn to Spring.
Temperate: Autumn to Spring.
Cold: Autumn to Spring.
Sow: 6mm deep.
Grow in trays transplant when large enough to handle (about 4-5 weeks) avoid excessive root disturbance.
Germination: 10-14 days.
Plant space: 30-40cm
Flowering: 26 weeks
Feed with a soluble fertiliser every two weeks for stronger plants.
We now stock a range of Propagation Accessories including the popular Aquamiser Propagation Kits, Pots, Native and Forestry Tubes, Trays, Labels and more.
We can only ship these items to Australian locations, international customers please request shipping quotation prior to purchasing.
