Bring vibrant color and classic floral elegance to your garden with Orange Carnation Chabaud Seeds (Dianthus caryophyllus). This beautiful carnation variety produces large, fully double blooms in rich orange shades with delicately ruffled petals and a sweet, spicy fragrance.
Part of the renowned Chabaud series, these carnations are prized by gardeners and florists for their sturdy stems, long-lasting flowers, and exceptional performance as cut flowers. The warm orange blooms create a stunning display in cottage gardens, borders, containers, and bouquets.
Perfect for flower enthusiasts and cutting garden growers, Orange Chabaud Carnation adds timeless beauty, fragrance, and a luxurious touch to any garden space.
🌿 Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
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Common Name: Orange Chabaud Carnation, Garden Carnation, Clove Pink
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Plant Type: Perennial Flower (Often Grown as Annual/Biennial)
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Bloom Color: Orange to Apricot Orange
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Flower Form: Fully Double, Ruffled Petals
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Fragrance: Sweet, Spicy Clove-Like Scent
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Growth Habit: Upright Clumping Plant
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Plant Height: 18–24 inches
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Light Requirements: Full Sun
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Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
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Bloom Season: Late Spring to Summer
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Uses: Cut flowers, borders, containers, cottage gardens, floral arrangements
🧡 Why Grow Orange Chabaud Carnation Seeds?
- 🌸 Beautiful Double Blooms: Produces full, ruffled flowers with elegant texture.
- 🧡 Vibrant Orange Color: Adds warm, eye-catching tones to garden displays.
- 💐 Excellent Cut Flower: Strong stems and long-lasting blooms are ideal for bouquets.
- 🌿 Fragrant Garden Favorite: Provides a classic carnation fragrance.
- 🏡 Perfect for Cottage Gardens: Adds charm and sophistication to flower beds.
🌱 Growing Tips
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost for best results.
- Sow seeds about ⅛ inch deep and lightly cover with soil.
- Keep soil evenly moist and maintain temperatures around 65–70°F (18–21°C).
- Transplant seedlings after frost danger has passed.
- Plant in full sun with fertile, well-draining soil.
- Remove faded blooms to encourage continued flowering.
Germination: Approximately 7–14 days under ideal conditions.
Days to Bloom: Around 120–150 days from seed.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a Chabaud Carnation?
Chabaud Carnations are a classic carnation series known for large, double blooms, fragrance, and excellent cut flower quality.
Are Orange Chabaud Carnations perennial?
Yes. Carnations are perennial in suitable climates but are often grown as annuals or biennials in colder areas.
Can carnations grow in containers?
Yes. They grow well in containers with good drainage and plenty of sunlight.
Are carnations good for bouquets?
Yes. Their sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make them excellent cut flowers.
Where to Buy Orange Chabaud Carnation Seeds for Sale?
At Seed World, we offer fresh Orange Carnation Dianthus Caryophyllus Chabaud Seeds with fast U.S. shipping. Grow fragrant orange double carnations perfect for cutting gardens, borders, containers, and elegant floral arrangements.
