Dianthus caryophyllus Chabaud La France - Carnation seeds
Dianthus caryophyllus Chabaud La France - Carnation seeds
Dianthus caryophyllus La France
Carnation, Clove Pink
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Description
The flesh-pink Carnation 'La France', an old Dianthus caryophyllus variety, offers large double flowers of a soft and delicate pink, with the typical scent of cloves. These flowers bloom in summer at the top of stems reaching 50 cm, perfect for creating refined bouquets. Ideal in borders and beds, this plant tolerates limestone and drought well, but more abundant flowering is ensured with regular watering.
Carnation 'La France' belongs to the caryophyllaceae family. The species, Dianthus caryophyllus, is a Mediterranean plant that has passed on to its descendants, among other traits, its wonderful, recognisable clove scent. 'Chabaud La France' carnations grow quite fast, the plants stand out for their vigour and floribundity. Their adult size will reach approximately 50 to 60 cm in height with an equivalent spread. These carnations form dense clumps, from which very fragrant flowers emerge, from June to July and until September if the soil remains moist, at the top of long and sturdy stems, generally single-flowered. The linear, smooth, leathery leaves are of a superb grey-blue shade. They persist in winter.
Dianthus Chabaud 'La France' is an ideal plant for sunny flower beds, combining robustness, simplicity, and elegance. Close to the house, it diffuses its enchanting scent, which is also enjoyed in bouquets thanks to its intense fragrance. In the garden, it pairs well with other plants forming flowered cushions like rock roses, campions, bellflowers, Erigeron karvinskianus, and Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum). Catmints, columbines, and Scabious are also interesting options. You can add some grasses to diversify the texture. These plants adapt perfectly to pot cultivation, with good drainage, regular watering, and some fertiliser inputs.
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Botanical data
Dianthus
caryophyllus
La France
Caryophyllaceae
Carnation, Clove Pink
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Sow the seeds of Carnation Chabaud La France from February to April under cover.
Sow in seed trays, or pots filled with well-drained seed compost. The seeds should be barely covered with compost. Place the seedlings in a propagator, a mini-greenhouse, or a warm room to maintain an optimal temperature of 18 to 20°C. Germination usually takes 14 to 30 days.
Pot on the young plants when they are large enough to handle, into individual pots 8 cm in diameter. Gradually acclimatise the young plants to outdoor conditions. Plant with a spacing of 30 cm between each plant.
You can also sow directly outdoors from April to June in warmed soil.
Cultivation:
Plant Carnations in ordinary, permeable, humus-bearing, rocky, rather chalky, well-drained soil. A rich and light soil produces good results. In the ground, this plant is quite hardy, withstanding temperatures down to -15°C. It prefers a very sunny exposure. Lightly cut back the clump after summer flowering to promote a second flowering in September. In rich soil, trim back some of the foliage with shears after flowering to maintain a dense habit. In poor soil, it will be useful to apply a balanced fertiliser in March. It is advisable to divide the clumps every 3 years to rejuvenate those with bare bases or propagate easily by 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.