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Coral Salmon Carnation Seeds – Dianthus caryophyllus – Ruffled Coral-Pink & Salmon Blooms with Darker Center
🌸 Stunning Coral-Salmon Beauty for Your Garden
This Coral Salmon Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) offers a stunning, warm display of fully double, deeply ruffled coral-pink to salmon-peach flowers with a darker, deeper pink center and lighter, fringed edges, creating a beautiful, sunset-like, two-toned effect. The flowers are long-lasting and emit a sweet, clove-like fragrance, making them a favorite for cut flower arrangements and cottage gardens. The narrow, grass-like blue-green foliage adds a delicate texture. This easy-to-grow perennial blooms from late spring through mid-summer and is a magnet for bees and butterflies, making it an essential plant for any pollinator garden. It is also deer-resistant and adds a warm, elegant touch to any garden.
🌱How to Plant & Grow
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Light Requirements:Full sun (6+ hours of direct sun per day). Tolerates light shade but will flower less intensely.
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Soil Type:Well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Prefers slightly alkaline to neutral pH. Excellent drainage is critical – does not tolerate waterlogged roots.
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Germination Time:10–20 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Light aids germination.
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Days to Maturity: 100–120 days from seed to flower (first year blooms, but heavier bloom in year 2+).
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Mature Height:12–24 inches. Spread: 12–18 inches.
📏Spacing & Seeding Instructions
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Plant Spacing:Space plants 12 to 15 inches apart.
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Seeding Density (Per Square Foot): For mass planting, sow 4–6 seeds per square foot.
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Sowing Depth: Surface sow. Press seeds gently into the soil but do not cover – they need light to germinate.
📅 Growing Calendar
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Stage |
Northern States (3–5) |
Mid-Atlantic ( 6–7) |
Southern States ( 8–9) |
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Start Indoors |
Late February – Early March |
Late January – Mid February |
Late December – Early January |
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Transplant Outdoors |
Early – Mid May |
Mid – Late April |
Late March – Early April |
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Direct Sow (after frost) |
Late May – Mid June |
Mid May – Early June |
Early – Mid April |
Important Note: Carnations are hardy perennials in zones 5–9. In colder zones (3–4), they are often grown as annuals or provided winter protection.
🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions
Start Indoors (Recommended for all zones):
- Fill seed trays with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.
- Sprinkle seeds on the soil surface. Do not cover. Light aids germination.
- Mist lightly. Cover with a clear plastic dome to retain moisture.
- Place in a warm area (65–70°F) with bright, indirect light.
- Remove dome once seedlings emerge (10–20 days). Keep soil moist.
- After 6–8 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors.
Direct Sow in Spring (Best for Zones 8–9):
- Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F (15°C) and all frost danger has passed.
- Prepare a well-drained bed in full sun. Remove weeds and loosen soil.
- Scatter seeds on the soil surface. Press in gently. Do not cover.
- Water carefully with a fine spray nozzle.
- After 3–4 weeks, thin seedlings to 12–15 inches apart.
Ongoing Care:
- Watering: Water regularly until established. Once mature, water only during prolonged dry spells. The plant is moderately drought-tolerant.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time. Do not over-fertilize (can cause excessive leaf growth and fewer flowers).
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- Overwintering: In colder zones (3–4), provide a light mulch layer in winter to protect the roots. In zones 5–9, no protection is needed.
- Dividing: Every 3–4 years, divide the plant in early spring or late fall to prevent overcrowding and maintain vigor.
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Ⅰ.Order Cancellation
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Cancellation Deadline: If you need to cancel your order after successfully placing it, you must send us an email request within 24 hours of placing the order. Requests received after this period will not be processed.
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Application Method: Please send your order cancellation request to our official customer service email (support@zestseeds.com). The email subject must state “Order Cancellation Request + Order Number.” The email body should include your name, contact information, order number, and the reason for cancellation to help us verify and process your request quickly.
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Refund Information: Once your cancellation request is approved, we will process your refund within 1-3 business days. The refund amount will be fully returned to your payment account. The specific time for the funds to arrive depends on the payment platform and bank processing times, so please keep an eye on your account activity.
Ⅱ.Preparation Time
After you successfully place your order, we will complete preparation and warehouse review within 1-3 business days. To ensure the quality of the seeds, we conduct strict packaging inspections on each batch of seeds to ensure they are dry and undamaged before handing them over to our logistics partners for shipment.
Note: If your order contains multiple types of seeds or if there are holidays or peak order periods, the preparation time may be extended by 1-2 business days. We will inform you in advance on the order page or via email.
Ⅲ.Logistics Shipping Times
| Region | Estimated Transit Time |
| United States | 7-12 Business Days |
| Canada | 8-13 Business Days |
Ⅳ.Customer Service Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding shipping-related matters, please contact us through the following methods:
- Email: support@zestseeds.com
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The final interpretation of this shipping policy belongs to Zestseeds. If there are any adjustments, we will announce them in advance on our website. Thank you for your understanding and support, and happy planting!
