Dianthus

The garden carnation is making a comeback in Czech flower beds, and we at Loukykvět are very happy about it. Growing it from seeds is surprisingly rewarding. If you start sowing as early as early winter, the plants will reward you with a flood of blooms that same year, so there is no long wait.

Even though varieties grown from seeds often have slightly smaller flowers, they make up for it with a rich palette of shades. You will get plants in soft powdery, salmon, and pure white tones that are perfect for bouquets and for brightening up the garden. Plus, the flowers have a pleasant scent and stay fresh in a vase for many days.

Propagation from seeds is often the best path to success with these plants. To ensure your pre-growing is successful, just learn the basic rules for how to sow tiny seeds beforehand. Strong seedlings will then quickly take root after being planted outside and will bloom.