| Carnation | |
| Dianthus | |
| Clove Pink |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Biennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10a |
| Flowers: | Fragrant Blooms on old wood |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Flower Time: | Late winter and early spring Year Round |
| Uses: | Useful for timber production Suitable for miniature gardens |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Other Beneficial Insects |
| Resistances: | Fire Resistant |
| Containers: | Prefers to be under-potted |
| Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |
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