Dianthus caryophyllus Benigna
Dianthus caryophyllus Benigna
Dianthus caryophyllus Benigna
Carnation, Clove Pink
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Description
The 'Chabaud Benigna' Florist's Carnation is an old French variety of Dianthus caryophyllus. Its white flowers edged with pink, with a distinctive clove fragrance, are double and large. They bloom in summer on top of long 80 cm stems, perfect for creating elegant bouquets. Ideal for borders and flowerbeds, these plants tolerate drought and limestone, but will flower more with regular watering.
The 'Chabaud Benigna' Florist's Carnation belongs to the caryophyllaceae family. It is an old French variety dating back to 1904. The species, Dianthus caryophyllus, is a Mediterranean plant that has passed down to its descendants, among other things, its wonderful recognizable clove fragrance. The growth of these 'Chabaud Benigna' carnations is quite fast, and the plants stand out for their vigor and floriferousness. They will reach an adult height of approximately 80 cm, with a spread of 50 to 60 cm. These carnations form dense clumps, from which fragrant flowers emerge from June to July, and continue until September if the soil remains moist, on top of long and sturdy stems, usually with a single flower. The linear, glabrous, leathery leaves are a beautiful grey-blue colour and remains evergreen throughout winter.
The 'Chabaud Benigna' Dianthus is a plant for sunny flowerbeds that combines strength, frugality, and delicacy. Placed near the house, it releases its sweet fragrance, and even more so when used in bouquets inside the house, especially because this variety is highly fragrant. In the garden, it pairs well with other flowering cushions such as rock roses, silenes, bellflowers, Erigeron karvinskianus, and Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum). Also consider Catmints, Columbines, and Scabious. Add some clumps of ornamental grasses. These plants also adapt well to container gardening, as long as there is proper drainage and watering, with occasional fertiliser application.
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Dianthus
caryophyllus
Benigna
Caryophyllaceae
Carnation, Clove Pink
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Planting and care
Sow the Sweet William seeds from February to April under cover.
Sow in trays, seedling trays or pots filled with well-drained specialized seed compost. The seeds should be barely covered with compost. Place the seedlings in a propagator, a mini-greenhouse, or a warm location to maintain an optimal temperature of 18 to 20°C. Germination usually takes 14 to 30 days.
Transplant the young plants, when they are large enough to handle, into individual pots with a diameter of 8 cm. Gradually acclimate the young plants to outdoor conditions. Space the plants with a distance of 30 cm between each plant.
You can also directly sow in open ground from April to June in a warmed soil.
Cultivation:
Plant Sweet Williams in ordinary, permeable and humus-bearing, rocky, preferably limestone, well-drained soil. Rich and light soil yields good results. In open ground, this plant shows some hardiness, withstanding temperatures as low as -15°C. It prefers a very sunny exposure. Lightly prune the plant after summer flowering to encourage a second bloom in September. In rich soil, trim some of the foliage with shears after flowering to maintain a dense habit. In poor soil, it is useful to apply a balanced fertilizer in March. It is recommended to divide the clumps every 3 years to rejuvenate those with bare bases or easily propagate through layering or cuttings.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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