Carnation- Raspberry Ripple

Description

The Raspberry Ripple Carnation brings a burst of color and elegance with its unique, bicolor blooms. Featuring delicate petals in shades of white with rich raspberry-red edges, this carnation creates a stunning visual contrast. Known for their long-lasting flowers and pleasant scent, Raspberry Ripple carnations are perfect for both garden beds and floral arrangements.

Features:

Stunning Bicolor Blooms: White petals with deep raspberry-red edges create a beautiful, eye-catching contrast.

Fragrant Flowers: Emitting a sweet, clove-like fragrance, these carnations will fill your garden with a delightful scent.

Long-Lasting Blooms: The flowers maintain their beauty for extended periods, making them perfect for cut flower arrangements or fresh bouquets.

Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies are drawn to these beautiful flowers, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.

Versatile Growing: Suitable for flower beds, containers, borders, and cutting gardens.

Specifications:

Plant Type: Perennial (in warmer climates) or biennial (in cooler zones)

Flower Color: White petals with raspberry-red edges

Height: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)

Spread: 6-8 inches (15-20 cm)

Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil

Season: Blooms from late spring to early summer, can rebloom in fall in some climates

Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9

Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/8 inch (3 mm) deep

Spacing: Space plants 8-10 inches (20-25 cm) apart

Germination Time: 7-14 days

Uses: Ideal for garden beds, flower borders, cutting gardens, and floral arrangements.

Growing Tips:

Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outside in early spring once the danger of frost has passed.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Pruning: Trim spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms and keep the plant looking tidy