Plant Details:
Scientific Name: Dianthus caryophyllus
Common Name: Carnation
Hardiness Degree: 34°F (1.1°C)
Blooming Season: Spring, Late Spring, Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant, Winter Interest (regional), Fragrant Flowers, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Height: 18" (46cm)
Width: 8" (20cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: An excellent pot and garden plant, Can Can has large, delicately scented blooms. Known for strong stems, weather tolerance and abundant flowers, Can Can delights with loads of cut flowers and a long season of color in the garden and containers. Can Can flowers from mid-spring through summer with excellent garden performance.
Grower Information:
USDA Hardiness Zones: Tender perennial from Zone 8.
High-quality, large-flowered series produces brightly colored blooms with a spicy fragrance. Strong-stemmed, well-branched plants work well in borders and planters, and make a good garden cut flower.