Plant Details

Dianthus caryophyllus

Carnation, Clove Pink, Border Carnation

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General Information

Scientific name: Dianthus caryophyllus
Also known as: Carnation, Clove Pink, Border Carnation

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 1.00 m
Width: 0.50 m
Growth Rate: Slow
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 6-8
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Flowers
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Fragrant

Description

The petals of this plant emit an intense clove aroma. They are often candied and used to garnish salads, flavor fruit and fruit salads, and even as a substitute for rose petals when making syrup. Remove the petals from the calyx and make sure to discard the bitter white base before use.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/06
End of Harvest: 30/09