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La France Carnation Seeds
"Frilly, double flowers in a light pink"Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Biennial
Plant Height: 18 in. - 24 in.
Summary
La France carnation is prized by florists for its light pink flowers. Plants are 18 to 24 inches tall with clump-forming, blue-green foliage. Light pink, double fringed flowers are held aloft on sturdy, wiry stems. Flowers have a lovely spicy scent and beautiful lasting color. Perfect for cutting and arranging.
Quick Facts
- Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
- Life Cycle: Biennial
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Planting Season: Spring
- Plant Type: Medium-Sized Double Fringed Flowers, Upright Habit, Linear Leaf Shape, Strong Tall Stem
- Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Cut Flower Garden, Drought Tolerant
- Color: Pink
- Blooms: Summer
- Days to Maturity: 135 Days
- Plant Height: 18-24 inches
- Plant Spacing: 8-10 inches
- Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
- Sowing Method: Direct Sow
- Cold Stratification: No
- Hardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9