Gardening Naturally With Dianthus flowers can last up to 21 days with proper care and steps taken. Most will last an average of 14 days, but if no care is taken, the flowers will fade and die within 2-3 days typically. To ensure the maximum amount of time, take a few easy steps: cut the end of the stem at a 45-degree angle, remove most leaves except for a couple just underneath the flower head, and arrange the carnations in a natural arrangement.
To preserve your carnations as cut flowers, start by filling a clean vase with fresh water and adding floral preservative or a homemade solution. Trim each carnation so that it’s just slightly taller than your vase, using a sharp pair of floral shears for a clean cut, and trim at an angle to allow the flower to take up plenty of water. Carnations are grown for their beautifully fringed, fragrant blooms that make a long-lasting cut flower to enjoy in a vase.
To add carnations to your garden, choose a spot with full sun, at least six hours of direct light per day, and well-drained soil. Cut the stems at a 45-degree angle, making it easier for the flowers to absorb water and stay healthy. Remove any packaging, peel off the leaves submerged in water once you put the stems in a vase, and re-cut the stems at an angle between the leaves. Trim at least 1/2″ off each stem daily, and harvest when 1 to 2 flowers on a spray are open. With flower food, expect a vase life of up to 2 weeks.
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This video demonstrates how to propagate carnations from bouquets. The presenter shows how to create a mini greenhouse using a plastic bottle and potting mix, then explains how to take cuttings from carnations and prepare them for rooting. The video concludes with tips on caring for the cuttings and planting them in the garden.
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