Carnation Seeds – Lavender – Wildflower

Lavender Carnation is a classic ornamental variety prized for its soft lavender blooms and pleasant garden presence. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds are ideal for gardeners who want long-lasting color in borders, flower beds, and mixed wildflower plantings. Carnations are known for their sturdy stems, attractive ruffled petals, and ability to thrive with minimal care. With proper sunlight and well-drained soil, Lavender Carnations provide a season full of charming, fragrant blossoms.

Features

• Produces elegant lavender-colored, ruffled blooms

• Suitable for borders, beds, and wildflower garden designs

• Heirloom and non-GMO seeds

• Long-lasting flowering period with proper care

• Works well for decorative displays and seasonal garden color

• Adaptable to various well-drained soil types

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Dianthus caryophyllus

• Common Name: Carnation

• Variety: Lavender

• Plant Type: Perennial in mild climates; often grown as an annual

• Height: 12–24 inches

• Spread: 8–12 inches

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Bloom Season: Late spring through early fall

Season & Planting Schedule

• Indoor Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost

  • Typical months: January–March

• Outdoor Sowing: Plant outdoors after frost risk has passed

  • Typical months: March–May

• Flowering Months: May–September

• USDA Zones: Best grown as a perennial in Zones 6–10, annual in cooler zones

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil lightly moist but not waterlogged

• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches apart