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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.

Barntasa

Withdrawn

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Barberet & Blanc S.A.

1 record

Hilcody

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

HilverdaKooij B.V

1 record

Barsapuri

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

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

1 record

STATRIBAG

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

VAN STAAVEREN B.V.

ES
1 record

Helena

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Hodowla Roślin Bronisze sp. z o.o.

PL
1 record

GRACIA

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

D.MANSUINO

ES
2 records

AURORA

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

F.BADIA

ES
1 record

Tico Tico

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Flavio Costanzo Sapia

1 record

Tico Tico Rosa

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Flavio Costanzo Sapia

1 record

Weslupe

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

West Select B.V.

1 record

Hilacro

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Hilverda B.V

1 record

LONKOMA

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

BARBERET & BLANC, S.A.

ES
1 record

Crystal Leila

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

La Villetta S.R.L.

1 record

Sidra

Withdrawn

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Barberet & Blanc S.A.

1 record

BFF Red Passion

Active

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Gartenbau und Spezialkulturen Westhoff GbR

1 record

Hilan

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

West Select B.V.

1 record

KLEN04060

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Per Klemm

1 record

KLEN04075

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Per Klemm

1 record

Lonmiya

Withdrawn

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Barberet & Blanc S.A.

1 record

KLEDP07093

Withdrawn

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

Nils Klemm^^^Martin Glawe

1 record

Oliviia

Application submitted

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

UA
1 record

Hilpaya

Terminated

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

NL
1 record

Rubin

Protection expired

Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation

NL
1 record