Variety traits
Dianthus caryophyllus L.
The reproductive organ of a carnation, used in phenological observations and the quality assessment of marketable products.
In the reference 35 varieties crop Carnation, where this is mentioned in the description.
Phenological indicators of bud development include the date of the onset of budding when 10–15% of plants are reached, the number of days from planting to bud initiation, and the maturation period from initiation to the 'brush' stage or opening. Morphometric parameters, such as bud length and diameter in millimeters or centimeters, are varietal characteristics that determine the quality of the cut flower.
The dynamics of bud development allow for forecasting flowering dates by calculating degree-days, which is critical for production planning in protected ground. To stimulate the formation of high-quality buds in agrotechnology, phosphorus-potassium fertilizers are applied, and phytosanitary monitoring is conducted, as infection of the buds by diseases leads to a loss of commercial appearance or death of the inflorescence.
General information about the subject — on the page Budding.
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.
Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation
West Stek B.V.
Dianthus caryophyllus L. · Carnation
JACOB VAN ANDEL