CARNATION

Brand: Oncrop Agro Sciences (Home-a-Garden Series)
Variety: Carnation / Clove Pink (Dianthus caryophyllus)
Frilled Fragrant Blooms: Produces multi-layered, ruffled blossoms in vibrant shades of red, pink, white, yellow, and bi-colors with a delightful clove-like fragrance.
Premium Cut Flower: Excellent structural stability and long vase life, making it a prized choice for bouquets and floral arrangements.
Make in India: 100% home-grown seed stock conditioned for Indian climate and soil conditions.

Feature	Details
Scientific Name	Dianthus caryophyllus
Category	Flower Seeds / Home Garden
Sowing Season	Autumn through Winter (September to November in plains; March to May in hills)
Sunlight	Full Sun (Requires 5–6 hours of direct sunlight)
Germination Rate	75%+ tested quality
Germination Time	8 to 14 days
Maturity / Flowering Time	90 to 120 days after transplanting

Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, rich garden soil mixed with organic compost or vermicompost. Carnations prefer slightly alkaline to neutral soil (pH 6.5–7.5).
Sowing: Sow seeds 0.125 inches deep in seedling trays or shallow containers filled with fine coco peat mix. Lightly press seeds and keep moist.
Watering: Water at the base of the plant to keep the soil consistently damp without waterlogging. Avoid splashing foliage to prevent stem rot.
Spacing & Care: Transplant seedlings into 8-to-10-inch pots or garden beds with 8–10 inches spacing between plants. Pinch main shoots early to encourage bushier growth and multiple flower stalks.

Aromatic Garden Display: Sweet, spicy fragrance enhances home garden spaces and balcony gardens.
Prolific Bloomer: Delivers a continuous burst of colourful blossoms through cool winter and spring months.
Container & Border Friendly: Compact growth form suitable for pots, window boxes, patio planters, and garden borders.