Dianthus caryophyllus Chabaud La France - Carnation seeds

The flesh-pink Carnation 'La France', an old Dianthus caryophyllus variety, offers large double flowers of a soft and delicate pink, with the typical scent of cloves. These flowers bloom in summer at the top of stems reaching 50 cm, perfect for creating refined bouquets. Ideal in borders and beds, this plant tolerates limestone and drought well, but more abundant flowering is ensured with regular watering.

Carnation 'La France' belongs to the caryophyllaceae family. The species, Dianthus caryophyllus, is a Mediterranean plant that has passed on to its descendants, among other traits, its wonderful, recognisable clove scent. 'Chabaud La France' carnations grow quite fast, the plants stand out for their vigour and floribundity. Their adult size will reach approximately 50 to 60 cm in height with an equivalent spread. These carnations form dense clumps, from which very fragrant flowers emerge, from June to July and until September if the soil remains moist, at the top of long and sturdy stems, generally single-flowered. The linear, smooth, leathery leaves are of a superb grey-blue shade. They persist in winter.

Dianthus Chabaud 'La France' is an ideal plant for sunny flower beds, combining robustness, simplicity, and elegance. Close to the house, it diffuses its enchanting scent, which is also enjoyed in bouquets thanks to its intense fragrance. In the garden, it pairs well with other plants forming flowered cushions like rock roses, campions, bellflowers, Erigeron karvinskianus, and Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum). Catmints, columbines, and Scabious are also interesting options. You can add some grasses to diversify the texture. These plants adapt perfectly to pot cultivation, with good drainage, regular watering, and some fertiliser inputs.