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Dianthus caryophyllus Triumph White - Carnation seeds

Dianthus caryophyllus Triumph White
Carnation, Clove Pink

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This variety is characterised by abundant flowering, an intoxicating scent, and large double flowers with wavy, fringed petals, in a bright pure white. They bloom in summer above a tuft of fine evergreen, blue-green leaves, on a plant of modest to medium size. Perfect for borders or container growing, it produces flowers ideal for bouquets.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun
Germination time (days)
24 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
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Sowing period February to April
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Flowering time June to September
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Description

The 'Triumph White' florist's carnation is a variety of Dianthus caryophyllus that offers a generous flowering with large, bright pure white flowers, with a typical clove scent. Its double flowers with fringed petals bloom in summer on a medium-sized plant, ideal for creating elegant scented bouquets. In the garden, this plant forms compact cushions of thin, evergreen blue-green leaves, which limit weed growth. Perfect for borders and flower beds, this carnation tolerates drought and limestone soils, but regular irrigation promotes a more abundant flowering.

The 'Triumph White' florist's carnation belongs to the caryophyllaceae family. It is a variety derived from Dianthus caryophyllus. The latter is a Mediterranean species, which has passed on to its descendants, among other things, its wonderful recognisable clove scent. The growth of these 'Triumph White' carnations is quite rapid, the plants stand out for their vigour and floriferous nature. Their mature size will reach approximately 50 cm in height with a spread of 30 cm. These carnations form dense clumps, from which very fragrant flowers emerge, from June to July and up to September if the soil remains moist, at the top of strong stems, generally single-flowered. The linear, smooth, leathery leaves are of a superb grey-blue hue. They persist in winter.

The 'Triumph White' Dianthus is an ideal plant for sunny flower beds, combining robustness, simplicity, and elegance. Close to the house, it diffuses its captivating fragrance, which is also loved in bouquets thanks to its intense scent. In the garden, it pairs well with other cushion-forming flowering plants such as 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 container gardening with good drainage, regular watering, and some fertiliser inputs.

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Carnation: planting, care and sowing tips
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by Virginie T. 10 min.
Carnation: planting, care and sowing tips
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Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time June to September
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 3 cm
Fragrance Fragrant, sweet, spicy
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 50 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate fast

Botanical data

Genus

Dianthus

Species

caryophyllus

Cultivar

Triumph White

Family

Caryophyllaceae

Other common names

Carnation, Clove Pink

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference • 23243

Planting and care

Sow the seeds of RNA Triumph White from February to July.

Sow in seed trays, or pots filled with well-drained seed compost. The seeds should be barely covered with compost. Place the cuttings 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.

Transplant the young plants when they are large enough to handle, into individual pots with a diameter of 8 cm. Gradually acclimatise the young plants to outdoor conditions. Plant with a spacing of 30 cm between each plant.

Cultivation:

Plant the RNA carnations in ordinary, permeable and humus-bearing, rocky, rather calcareous, well-drained soil. A rich and light soil yields good results. When planted in the ground, this plant is quite hardy, resisting temperatures down to -15°C. It prefers a very sunny exposure. Lightly prune the clump after summer flowering to promote a second bloom in September. In rich soil, trim back some of the foliage with shears after flowering to maintain a dense habit. In poor soil, it is 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.

Sowing period

Sowing period February to April
Sowing method Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Germination time (days) 24 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, well-drained

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