Caryophyllacées • Dianthus plumarius

Carnation Rainbow Loveliness - Organic

"Under the golden rays of summer, a fragrant mist dances between the warm stones, like a floral secret whispered by the wind."

$4.49

Number of seeds 40 seeds

The Rainbow Loveliness carnation is a charming perennial, a member of the Dianthus plumarius family, that evokes both the elegance of old-fashioned gardens and the vibrancy of sunny rockeries. Its fine, bluish leaves form a compact, evergreen clump, topped with airy blooms in soft, changing hues: pale pink, lilac, purple, or white, sometimes adorned with subtle two-tone gradients.

The flowers, with their delicately fringed petals like lace, create a light and romantic mist effect that attracts both the eye and the nose. Their delicate fragrance, both floral and slightly spicy, perfumes the warm end of the day.

Adapted to dry, well-drained soils and sunny locations, this carnation is quite heat-resistant and naturally finds its place in rock gardens, flowering slopes, or neat borders. It offers a delicate display throughout the seasons and proves a faithful ally for gardeners who cultivate subtle detail and a touch of poetry in the garden.

Growing climate: Warm season
Sowing difficulty level: Medium
Care required: Regular
Growth: Summer growth

Note: Prefers well-drained and sunny locations.

The Rainbow Loveliness carnation, in addition to its poetic charm, is an edible flower long prized for its beauty and subtle fragrance. In culinary tradition, its delicately serrated petals grace cakes, desserts, or summer salads, adding a floral touch that is both visually appealing and delightful to the senses.

Sometimes crystallized with sugar, they adorn desserts with a romantic elegance reminiscent of feasts of yesteryear. Their delicate fragrance can also be found in certain artisanal liqueurs and floral waters. This carnation thus embodies the refined union between ornamental garden and poetic cuisine.