
Colorado was the Carnation Capital of the World ... until it wasn't
Aug 5, 2024 · The dianthus caryophyllus, the ruffled, multi-petalled flower bloomed a multi-million-dollar industry and catapulted Colorado into the “Carnation Capital of the World” for several decades.
Dianthus caryophyllus - Wikipedia
Carnation is the birth flower for those born in the month of January.
Carnation | Flower, Description, & Facts | Britannica
Carnation, species of flowering plant of the pink family (Caryophyllaceae), native to the Mediterranean region. It is widely cultivated for its fringe-petaled flowers, which often have a spicy fragrance, and is …
How to Grow and Care for Carnations - Gardener’s Path
Apr 3, 2023 · Carnations, Dianthus caryophyllus, are a species of herbaceous perennials sometimes grown as annuals that grow up to 30 inches tall and form attractive, spreading clumps or mats. The …
How to Grow and Care for Carnations - Martha Stewart
Aug 14, 2025 · The iconic carnation blooms are Dianthus caryophyllus, also known as clove pinks. They're the birth flower associated with January, and a bloom famously tied to Mother's Day since …
How to Grow and Care for Carnation (Complete Guide)
Dec 29, 2024 · Explore the complete Carnation Care Guide. Learn expert tips on growing and caring for Carnation plants. Discover the secrets to vibrant blooms and healthy plants.
Carnations: Plant Care and Growing Guide - The Spruce
Feb 9, 2023 · True carnations have a ruffly appearance that hold their own in flower arrangements, and they have a distinctive, spicy, faintly clove-like scent loved by many. Plant them in the early spring …
Carnation - Kew
The carnation is a plant rich in symbolism. They are linked to birth, death, love, rebellions, God, socialism and even Mother’s Day. Additionally, carnations are a popular garden plant, often found in …
What Do Carnations Mean? Color Symbolism, History, & More
Aug 7, 2025 · The elegant simplicity of the white carnation expresses pure love, making it a popular flower at weddings and to give to your dearest loved ones. These blooms are also believed to impart …
Carnation Flowers and Their Symbolic Meanings - Petal Republic
Mar 5, 2024 · Carnation flowers have ancient symbolic value dating back to mythological times. Perhaps best known as one of the official flowers for Mother’s Day, they traditionally symbolize love, respect, …