Dianthus is a genus of flowering plants that includes numerous species commonly known as carnations, pinks, and sweet williams. These plants are characterized by their vibrant, often fragrant flowers with serrated petals and a spicy fragrance. Dianthus plants typically have narrow, grass-like leaves and form compact mounds or clumps. They are popular ornamental plants in gardens and landscapes due to their long-lasting blooms and wide range of colors, including pink, red, white, and purple. Dianthus species can vary in size from small, low-growing varieties suitable for edging borders or rock gardens to taller types suitable for cut flower arrangements. They prefer well-drained soil and full sun to thrive.
How to sow the seeds..
40% soil
40% dry cow dung
20% vermicompost
(50% soil and 50% cow dung if vermicompost is not available)
Add these and mix well and remove all the stones and lumps from it.. After filling three quarters of the pan with soil, pour water and keep it wet for 10 minutes..
Leave the seeds in the sun for 10 minutes and then put them on top of the water soaked soil..then spread a small layer of compost and soil mix on top of it (a very small layer).
No water is required for the first three days. After that spray water twice a day. Keep these pots in a place that does not get direct sunlight.. After the seeds germinate and get 4-5 leaves, healthy seedlings can be transplanted to other pots.
The seeds take 14 - 21 days to germinate
Manure and compost are recommended as fertilizers.
