How To Cultivate Carnations Using Stems?

Carnations are beautiful and vibrant flowers that can be easily grown from cut stems. To ensure successful growth, it is essential to properly trim the stems and choose healthy, strong stems from mature carnation plants. Aim for a length of at least six hours of direct light per day and well-drained soil.

To grow carnations from cuttings, choose a spot with full sun, at least six hours of direct light per day, and well-drained soil. Professional growers propagate carnations by rooting terminal flower stem cuttings, which form at the end of a stem, not where the stem and branch meet.

To propagate carnations, cut just below a 5 leaflet leave and dip them in rooting hormone (powder or gel). Fill a pot or seed tray with sieved multi-purpose compost and push the cuttings in around 10mm deep, spacing them evenly. To root in water, pop the cuttings in a jam jar of water and leave on a light window-sill, out of direct sunlight. Change the water every few days.

Both growing methods yield fantastic results, as long stems, earlier blooms, and protection from rain are achieved when flowers grow under cover. To grow carnations from cuttings, choose a spot with full sun, at least six hours of direct light per day, and well-drained soil.