Cut flower

Carnation

Long-stemmed clove-scented blooms with two-week vase life.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, alkaline

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Petals

Lifecycle

Perennial

Hardiness

Hardy

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Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Offers hardy carnation varieties bred for cool UK summers and reliable flowering in London's temperate climate.

Crocus

Stocks appropriately sized pots for carnation root systems and London's growing season requirements.

Amazon UK

Provides secateurs and hand tools essential for deadheading carnations to extend London's shorter blooming period.