Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2007
Carnation
Dianthus caryophyllus
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
usually solitary
Petal count
30-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
subtle, sweet floral scent
Color Description
deep pink, often with serrated petal edges mimicking a carnation
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, slightly acidic, fertile soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, moderate watering needed
Fertilizer
Balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer
Pruning
Light pruning in spring to remove dead or damaged canes
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and powdery mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown