Add classic elegance and sweet fragrance to your garden with Carnation Chabaud Picotee Mix Seeds (Dianthus caryophyllus). This beautiful heirloom-style mix produces large, fully double blooms with stunning picotee edges in shades of pink, red, white, and burgundy.

Known for their ruffled petals, spicy-sweet fragrance, and long-lasting blooms, Chabaud carnations are a favorite for cutting gardens, cottage gardens, borders, and floral arrangements. These charming flowers bring vintage beauty to any landscape while attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Perfect for gardeners who love fragrant blooms and homegrown bouquets, Carnation Chabaud Picotee Mix provides a colorful display from summer into fall.

• Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
• Common Name: Chabaud Carnation
• Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as an annual)
• Bloom Colors: Mixed Picotee Shades (Pink, Red, White, Burgundy)
• Plant Height: 18–24 inches
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil
• Bloom Season: Summer to Fall
• Uses: Cut flowers, borders, cottage gardens, containers

• Beautiful Double Blooms: Produces large, ruffled flowers with unique colored edges.
• Perfect Cut Flower: Long-lasting stems ideal for bouquets and arrangements.
• Sweet Fragrance: Adds a lovely spicy floral scent to your garden.
• Colorful Mix: Creates a stunning blend of classic carnation shades.
• Pollinator Friendly: Helps attract bees and beneficial insects.

• Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or direct sow after frost danger passes.
• Sow seeds about 1/8 inch deep and lightly cover with soil.
• Keep soil evenly moist until germination.
• Transplant seedlings 6–12 inches apart in a sunny location.
• Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
• Provide good air circulation to support healthy growth.

Germination: Approximately 7–14 days under ideal conditions.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are Chabaud carnations annual or perennial?
Carnation Chabaud can grow as a perennial in mild climates but is often grown as an annual in colder regions.

When should I start Carnation Chabaud seeds?
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost for earlier blooms, or direct sow after frost.

Can carnations grow in containers?
Yes! They grow well in pots and containers with good drainage and plenty of sunlight.

Do Chabaud carnations have a fragrance?
Yes. They are known for their sweet, spicy floral scent.

Where to Buy Carnation Chabaud Picotee Mix Seeds for Sale?
At Seed World, we offer fresh Carnation Chabaud Picotee Mix Seeds with fast U.S. shipping. Grow fragrant, colorful carnations perfect for gardens, bouquets, and classic floral displays.