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Border Plantings of Dianthus caryophyllus

Dianthus caryophyllus L.

A specific group of Border Carnation cultivars selected for their compact habit (30–60 cm) and sturdy flower stems, used for edging flower beds in open ground.

In the reference 7 varieties crop Carnation, where this is mentioned in the description.

Border types of Dianthus caryophyllus differ from cut-flower varieties in their habit, which does not require staking, and in breeding objectives focused on longevity under open-field conditions. To maintain aesthetic appeal and row density, the plants require pinching at a young age, which stimulates branching.

The agronomy of borders using this crop is based on strict adherence to light regimes, as plants lose compactness and become leggy in shade. An important condition is ensuring excellent drainage and a neutral to slightly alkaline soil pH, with stagnant moisture being strictly prohibited.

To maintain a neat appearance of the border, regular pruning of faded flowers is necessary, which prevents the lower stems from becoming bare and stimulates repeat blooming. This practice is an essential element of care, given the biological tendency of carnations toward gradual lignification at the base of the plant.

General information about the subject — on the page Border plantings.

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Varieties of Carnation mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Cerise Amelie

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Katsuyoshi Hirugami

2 records

Baraugier

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Azienda Agricola Di Giorgio - di Antonio e Renato S.S.

2 records

Barinka

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

DONATO DI GIORGIO

2 records

Barpimisisi

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Emilio Cano

2 records

Balaton

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Gerrit Kooij

NL
2 records

Barfistar

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

DONATO DI GIORGIO

2 records

Picaro

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

LAB.PHI.VE.BARBERET&BLANC

ES NL
2 records

Alicetta

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

RICARDO BREA E HIJOS

ES NL
2 records

Pinocchio

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

G.NOBBIO

ES NL
2 records

Kovian

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

P.Kooij & Zonen B.V.

2 records

Barjamocar

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

DONATO DI GIORGIO

2 records

Hilluigi

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

HilverdaKooij B.V

2 records

KLEN02437

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Per Klemm

2 records

Bling Bling

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

P.Kooij & Zonen B.V.

2 records

Koes

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

HilverdaKooij B.V

2 records

Shemsi

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

R.SHEMI LTD

ES NL
2 records

Barlaxiaga

Withdrawn

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Barberet & Blanc S.A.

1 record

Felice

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

La Villetta S.R.L.

1 record

Hilprot

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

HilverdaKooij B.V

1 record

Barbelen

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Barberet & Blanc S.A.

1 record

LONREZO

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

BARBERET & BLANC, S.A.

ES
1 record

Hilbreye

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

HilverdaKooij B.V

1 record

Electric Red

Withdrawn

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Hans A. Hansen

1 record

Hilcati

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

HilverdaKooij B.V

1 record