Cream Carnation Dianthus Seeds - Flower Plant

Cream Carnation Dianthus seeds produce ornamental flowering plants with upright stems and layered blooms in soft cream tones. These plants are suited to temperate climates and grow well in garden beds, borders, and containers with good air circulation. Carnations prefer well-drained soils and moderate moisture, establishing steadily during cool to mild growing seasons. They are commonly used in ornamental plantings where their structured growth and neutral bloom color contribute to balanced garden designs.

Features

• Produces layered blooms in soft cream tones
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting
• Adaptable to temperate and mild climates
• Prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture
• Provides structured growth with seasonal flowering

Specifications

• Scientific name: Dianthus caryophyllus
• Common name (US): Carnation
• Seed type / variety: Cream variety
• Growth habit: Upright, clumping perennial (often grown as annual)
• USDA zones: 6 to 9
• Planting season: Spring
• Growing season: Spring to summer
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing months: February to April
• Germination time and conditions: 1 to 2 weeks under cool to moderate temperatures (18–22°C)
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering needs: Moderate watering, allow slight drying between watering
• Mature plant size: 1 to 2 feet tall, 0.5 to 1 foot spread
• Plant spacing: 8 to 12 inches apart