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Alkarty Carnation Flower Seeds – Complete Guide
1. How to Grow from Seeds
- Best Time to Sow: Winter season is ideal.
- Soil & Container: Use a container with drainage. Fill with a mix of organic compost and soil in a 2:1 ratio.
- Sowing Method: Place 2 seeds at the center of each pot, press gently into the soil, and cover completely. Water immediately.
- Germination: Sprouts appear within approximately 8–10 days.
2. Care & Maintenance
- Sunlight: Requires less intense sunlight; avoid direct, harsh sun.
- Watering: During summer, water daily using a gentle shower spray—not a sharp stream.
- Fertilization:
- Before planting: Add organic manure (well-decomposed dung, farm manure, or vermicompost) mixed into soil.
- After 45 days: Apply 1 tablespoon of 15-15-15 NPK fertilizer per plant or add vermicompost around the base.
- Pest & Disease Monitoring: Regularly check leaves for early signs of pests or fungal infections; apply suitable treatments promptly.
- Flowering Timeline: Blooms begin approximately 35–50 days after sowing.
3. General Best Practices for Carnations
| Aspect | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Sunlight | Prefer at least 4–6 hours of sunlight daily (full sun to partial shade) |
| Soil | Well-drained, slightly alkaline soil (pH ~6.7), fertile and amendments as needed |
| Planting (Indoor) | Sow seeds thinly with minimal covering, keep soil moist with spray, and cover with plastic for humidity; germination in 7–14 days. |
| Transplanting | Once seedlings have 2–3 leaves and are 3? tall, harden off and transplant outdoors after frost risk passes; space 12–18? apart |
| Water | Keep soil moist but not waterlogged; water at the base, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. |
| Fertilizer | Use balanced, slow-release or light feeding; avoid over-fertilizing. |
| Deadheading | Remove spent blooms to encourage reblooming and better air flow. |
4. Benefits & Advantages of Growing Carnations
- Beautiful Blooms: Frilly, fragrant flowers in shades like pink, red, white, and coral—ideal for bouquets and decor.
- Long Vase Life: Carnations are popular cut flowers due to longevity and fragrance. :>
- Low-Maintenance: Drought-resistant once established and easy to grow. :
- Versatile Use: Suitable for gardens, containers, borders, and cut-flower arrangements. :
- Educational & Satisfying: Great for learning gardening, and brings visual and aromatic joy.