Flower Library · 51% profile
Carnation
Dianthus caryophyllus
Caryophyllaceae · perennial
A durable ruffled cut flower available in many colours and especially long vase life.
SeasonSpring, summer, fall, winter
ColoursPink, red, white, yellow, purple, green
LightFull sun
Care levelEasy
Vase life14–21 days
Best forLong-lasting bouquets, everyday gifting
A durable ruffled cut flower available in many colours and especially long vase life.
About this flower
This Flower Diary entry is designed as a practical starting point. Flowering time, colour, vase life and growing behaviour can vary by cultivar, climate and handling.
Using it in arrangements
Consider the flower’s scale, form, season and colour alongside the rest of your arrangement. Local availability may differ from natural bloom season because commercial flowers can be greenhouse-grown or imported.
Botanical identity
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Genus
- Dianthus
- Native range / origin
- Mediterranean region
Growing & garden care
- Light
- Full sun
Floristry & cut-flower notes
- Vase life
- 14–21 days
- Best uses
- long-lasting bouquets, everyday gifting
Meaning, gifting & culture
- Common meanings
- admiration, affection, gratitude
- Gifting occasions
- birthday, mother’s day, thank you