Pastel Damascus carnation: identification, care and vase life

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Pastel Damascus carnation

Dianthus caryophyllus · Cut flowers

How to recognise Pastel Damascus 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 bloom per stem (standard, not spray)
Fringed petal edges typical of Dianthus
Thick jointed, swollen nodes on stem
Narrow grass-like grey-green leaves
Clove-like scent typical of carnations

Care

Strip foliage that would sit below the waterline and recut stems at an angle under water. Use clean buckets and flower food, as carnations are sensitive to bacteria. Keep away from ripening fruit and other ethylene sources, as carnations are ethylene-sensitive. Store and transport cool.