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Apple Tea carnation

Dianthus caryophyllus · Cut flowers

How to recognise Apple Tea carnation, when it is in season and how to keep it fresh.

Season: Year-round J F M A M J J A S O N D
Vase life: 10–14 days
Storage: Yes, store at 2–4°C.
Cats and dogs: Toxic – keep out of reach of cats and dogs

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How to recognise it

Single large flower per stem (standard, not spray)
Serrated petal edges typical of carnations
Opposite narrow grey-green leaves along stem
Swollen nodes on the stem
Clove-like scent typical of dianthus

Care

Strip any foliage that would sit below the waterline and recut stems at an angle before placing in clean water. Carnations are sensitive to ethylene, so keep away from ripening fruit and old flowers. Use a floral preservative and keep water clean and topped up.