Superb Crimsonia Eye - Dianthus superbus seeds
Superb Crimsonia Eye - Dianthus superbus seeds
Dianthus superbus Crimsonia
Large pink, Fringed Pink
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christiane, 14/09/2015
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Description
The superb carnation Crimsonia, also known as Dianthus superbus Crimsonia, is a very hardy perennial plant with long spring and summer flowering, offering remarkably fragrant crimson red flowers. Their structure of large, fringed petals, intense color and abundance transform them into true red clouds, starting from the first year after sowing. This exceptional variety is suitable for borders, flower pots and bouquets. Easy cultivation and sowing in light, well-drained soil, in full sun.
The Dianthus superbus is a plant from the family Caryophyllaceae, native to the mountains of Europe and temperate Asia, where it grows in woodlands and damp meadows. The Crimsonia variety forms compact and bushy herbaceous clumps, reaching a height of 38 to 50 cm (19.7 in) when in flower. Its rapid growth allows it to bloom from the year of sowing. Its branched stems are covered with evergreen, linear, soft leaves of a beautiful light blue-green color. From May to August, very fragrant, solitary or paired, intense crimson red flowers appear at the end of sturdy stems, measuring about 4 cm (1.6 in) in diameter. They have 5 deeply cut petals, resembling delicate fringes arranged in a fan shape.
The superb carnation Crimsonia is an easy-to-cultivate plant that requires minimal maintenance once well-established. Like bellflowers and columbines, these plants with a quaint charm have a place in all gardens, imbuing them with great poetry and mystery. Choose a prominent location, for example along a path or near an entrance, to fully enjoy the sweetness of the plants' fragrance. In flower beds, plant Crimsonia carnations in masses at the front, to create beautiful blankets of color. They can also be grown in pots on the terrace or balcony, ensuring good drainage and occasional fertilizer application.
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Dianthus
superbus
Crimsonia
Caryophyllaceae
Large pink, Fringed Pink
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Sow the plumet carnation seeds from February to April.
Sow in a tray, seedling trays or pots filled with a special sowing soil, well-drained. The seeds should be barely covered with soil. 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. Keep in the light, as this promotes germination. Keep the surface of the soil moist, but not waterlogged.
Transplant the young plants when they are large enough to handle, into individual pots with a diameter of 8 cm (3.1 in). Gradually acclimatize the young plants to outdoor conditions. Plant them with a distance of 23 cm (9.1 in) between each plant, once the frost has passed.
Culture:
Plant the young carnations in ordinary, permeable and humus-rich soil, preferably light, cool to dry, but above all well-drained. A soil rich in gravel yields good results. In open ground, this plant is quite hardy, resistant up to -15°C. It prefers a very sunny exposure. Lightly prune the clump after the summer flowering to promote regrowth in September. In rich soil, trim part of the foliage with shears after flowering to maintain a dense habit. In poor soil, it will be useful to apply a balanced fertilizer in March. It is useful to divide the clumps every 3 years, to rejuvenate those whose base becomes bare or by easily performing 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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