Red carnation flower seeds

Common name: Red Clove Scientific name: Dianthus caryophyllus Description: • Perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family, with dark red flowers, shiny opposite linear leaves, reaching a height of 80 cm, and has great popularity as it ranks second worldwide among cut flowers used in bouquets for occasions. Uses and benefits: • Used for flower bouquets, also cultivated for decoration and beautifying gardens and homes. Original habitat: • Mediterranean regions, cultivated in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf countries. The flower: • Large single flower with five petals, strong and fragrant scent, and dark red color. Suitable climatic conditions and soil for cultivation: • Prefers moderate summer environments, needs fertile, well-ventilated, and well-drained soil, and requires regular fertilization and watering. Method and timing of planting: Cultivated in two ways: • By seeds: in March and April, and before planting, leave them in water for one day until the seeds are moist, then plant in a place accessible to sunlight at a distance of 30 cm between seeds, and lightly moisten with water daily to keep the soil moist. • By cuttings: rooting is done from early December to the end of November.