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Dianthus caryophyllus Fenbows Nutmeg Clove
Dianthus caryophyllus Fenbows Nutmeg Clove
Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- Height: 24 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Special Features: Edible flowers,flowers in first year,scented
- Ideal for: Border, Flower Arranging, Patio, Tubs
Description
An old fashioned garden carnation with a unique and exquisite perfume.
Flowers were used in the 17th century to add nutmeg-clove flavouring to red wine.
The semi-double flowers of crimson-maroon are produced on neat and tidy plants, ideal for borders, containers and making a wonderful cut flower.
The spicey clove flavoured flowers add a zest to salads and can be candied, made into jam or sweet-sour pickle!.
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Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | February-late June. |
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Sow in a good free draining seed compost, just covering the seed with compost or Sow-Lite (vermiculite).
Make sure the compost is moist but not wet and seal in a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 14-21 days at 18-21C (65-70F).
Growing Instructions
Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots.
Later plant out 30cm (12in) apart into well drained soil preferably containing lime, in a sunny spot.
Aftercare Instructions
From an early sowing they will often flower the first year in autumn.
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