How to Care for Dianthus caryophyllus

Korean name: 카네이션

A flower symbolizing Parents' Day, known for its various colors and subtle fragrance. It is popular for cut flowers and can also be grown in pots.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Mediterranean
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: flowering plant, fragrance, imported, cut flower

Care Guide

• Light: At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the surface of the soil is dry. Be cautious of overwatering.
• Soil: Well-draining mixed soil, pH 6~7.
• Humidity: Low to moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 10~20°C
• Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Dianthus caryophyllus?

Water thoroughly when the surface of the soil is dry. Be cautious of overwatering. Roughly every 5 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Dianthus caryophyllus?

It likes At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining mixed soil, pH 6~7..

Is Dianthus caryophyllus safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Dianthus caryophyllus good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 10~20°C. Humidity: Low to moderate humidity.. Fertilise Balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during the growing season..