'Grenadin™ Mix' Dianthus caryophyllus (Carnation)

Cultivar Notes -

Grenadin™ Mix

Grenadin Mix carnations freely produce large double, wonderfully fragrant flowers on long, stiff stems. Blooms attract butterflies and make superb cut flowers. Flowers appear in flushes throughout summer and into fall. Bushy, base-branching plants with grassy, blue-gray leaves grow to 20-24" tall and require little or no support.

Did you know that the different hues of the Grendin Double Mix Carnations represent different emotions? A pale red signifies admiration, and dark red denotes deep love and affection. Purple hues symbolize capriciousness. More than just a pretty flower, the Grenadin Double Mix Carnations are a great conversation starter too!

Species Notes -

Dianthus caryophyllus

Originating from the Greek word for “heavenly flower,” Carnations are sure to bring joy to your garden

Genus Notes -

Dianthus

From the Greek words dios and anthos , meaning "divine flower," this appelation indicates the great esteem with which the plant was held by the ancients.

Breeders of the sixteenth century developed the Carnation. This common name is a permutation of "coronation," as it was traditionally used in making garlands and coronets. Also referred to as Pinks for at least 600 years, the flower gave its name to the color--not, as is commonly surmised, the color to the flower. Dianthus are frequently found in Shakespeare as Gillyflower, a corruption of "July-flower", in reference to the time of their optimal flowers.

Having so clearly captivated gardeners throughout time, the 80 species of this genus still exude their charm and fragrance today, making an agreeable addition to any garden.

The best known Dianthus is the Carnation. Of more interest to gardeners are the Pinks, with their compact mounds of grasslike foliage and masses of colorful, early summer blooms.

Carnation ‘Grenadin™ Mix’Dianthus caryophyllus (‘Grenadin™’ Series)

Carnation ‘Grenadin™ Mix’
Dianthus caryophyllus (‘Grenadin™’ Series)