The unpretentious and abundantly flowering Turkish carnation occupies a special place in flower arrangements, which beginners and experienced gardeners grow in their flower beds. Among the main qualities for which many people fell in love with her are her bright colors and a huge palette of colors. Beautiful eastern name and Slavic endurance - these are precisely the qualities for which Turkish garden carnation is famous.
Turkish cloves. Description and varieties
Turkish clove is a biennial garden plant, which in the first year after planting is painted only with the stems. Abundant flowering of Turkish carnation can be seen only after a year. The height of adult plants is 12-15 cm ( low-growing species), 45-60 cm (tall varieties). Stems are strong, erect, gnarled. The leaves are sessile, lanceolate, green with blue tint. The flowers are collected in corymbose inflorescences, the color of which varies from white to dark burgundy. The Turkish white clove, which has a strong aroma and large inflorescences, is considered common and beloved by gardeners.
Features of growing Turkish cloves
Growing Turkish cloves does not require particularly close care, but you still need to take into account some rules. This applies to soil, lighting, watering and fertilizing young and adult plants. Almost every Turkish carnation is perennial, but in gardening it is customary to grow these plants as biennials. In addition, due to the tendency of carnations to self-sow, the plant may not leave the garden for many years. It is enough to simply thin out the seedlings, weed and water them in hot weather.
Soil, fertilizers, lighting and watering
- Any soil is suitable for growing. The only rule is good drainage. It is also important to take into account that the roots of Turkish cloves can fester due to waterlogging. That is, it should not be planted in places where water flows after rain.
- Fertilizer. Not necessary. You can feed carnations during flowering with universal fertilizer.
- Lighting. Turkish carnation does not like straight sunlight throughout the day. It is best to plant it in partial shade, where the plant receives several hours of sunlight per day.
- Watering. Immediately after sowing the seeds, the soil should be constantly well moistened. As the plant matures, watering is gradually reduced. Mature plants require little or no watering, except in hot weather or when the soil becomes cracked.
Knowing how to grow Turkish carnations, you can decorate the area without much physical effort.
Diseases and pests of Turkish cloves. Methods for maintaining a healthy plant
The domestic Turkish carnation, although unpretentious, is vulnerable. From spring to autumn, the plant can be affected by diseases and pests:
- Spring. Like most garden flowers, Turkish carnation in the spring is a source of food for rodents, which extract green leaves that emerge from under the snow and gnaw them. To destroy pests, you can scatter poisoned grain around the bushes or set mousetraps.
- Summer. Carnations are threatened by a root pest - root-knot nematode. Symptoms: deformed, dull leaves, swelling on the petioles, stunted plant growth. Methods to eliminate the problem are to destroy the plant and disinfect the soil.
- Fusarium is a disease that affects all parts of the clove. Symptoms: the stems begin to gradually wither and then die completely. Infection occurs from recently introduced fresh manure. Fusarium cannot be treated, but as a preventative measure, the soil is disinfected with a solution of potassium permanganate 3 times per season.
- Rust is a fungal disease of Turkish carnations. Symptoms: yellow pads form on leaves and shoots. Treatment methods - treating the soil with lime or hom (20 g per 5 liters of water).
- Insects: horned elephant and spider mites. The first one gnaws holes in the leaves, and the second sucks all the juices from the stems. Ecological way pest control – onion peels. Recipe: 100 g of onion peel, pour 5 liters of boiling water and leave for 3-4 days. The affected stems are treated with this infusion 3 times every 5-6 days.
At the slightest negative impact on the plant from diseases or pests, you should immediately begin the treatment process.
Methods of propagation of Turkish carnation
Young Turkish clove plants can be obtained in two ways:
- By dividing the rhizome. This is done in the fall, when the plant has finished blooming. A part of the rhizome is separated from an adult bush (with hands or a knife) and planted in a separate pot.
- Sowing seeds. Turkish cloves are sown from seeds quite simply. In spring (April) or autumn (October), place seeds in rows on loosened soil and sprinkle them with soil. Distinctive feature autumn sowing– dry seeds and dry grooves around them should not be watered under any circumstances. To prevent the seeds from freezing, you need to cover them with a “cushion” of leaves or straw, which are removed immediately after the snow melts.
The video describes in detail how Turkish carnation is propagated by seedlings.
Turkish carnation in the garden. Neighborhood and place in landscape design compositions
Having decided to grow Turkish cloves on your plot, it is not at all necessary to immediately plant it in open ground. Low growing varieties look great in rock gardens and rockeries (as ground cover), and tall ones decorate with their bright flowers borders, ridges and hedges. In order for Turkish carnation flowers to look impressive and not lose their attractiveness throughout the entire flowering season, you should maintain an advantageous proximity to other “green inhabitants” of the garden. Plants for good proximity to Turkish cloves (according to clove varieties):
- low-growing varieties with bright pink and red colors - graceful gypsophila, prickly cleome, feverfew;
- low-growing varieties with light-colored flowers - sage, Carpathian bellflower, Damascus nigella;
- tall varieties of all colors - scarlet lychnis, lupine, eschscholzia.
The Turkish carnation in the photo looks very impressive surrounded by the same abundantly flowering marigolds, nasturtiums and hydrangeas. Among the anti-neighbors of this eastern beauty are tulips, dahlias and gladioli.
Having learned about the features, secrets of growing and possible problems caring for Turkish cloves, you can safely buy seeds and sow them on your plot today (if the time of year allows)!
Turkish or bearded carnation is a beautiful flower with a rich, pleasant aroma. The Greek word Dianthus, from which the carnation genus takes its name, means “divine flower.” It has about 300 species of herbaceous annual and perennial plants and, in addition, an infinite number of varieties and hybrids of valuable decorative flowers, widespread both for the bright beauty of fragrant inflorescences and for the ease of cultivation.
Since ancient times, cloves have been associated with victory in bloody battles. In America, it is considered a symbol of maternal love. According to Christian legend, during the execution of Jesus Christ, where the tears of the Virgin Mary fell, these extraordinary flowers appeared.
Turkish carnation is still extremely valued among gardeners for its lush, long-lasting, abundant flowering, a varied palette of colors, unpretentiousness, a subtle enchanting smell.
Description of Turkish cloves
Turkish carnation (Dianthus barbatus) is a perennial plant, but is used as a biennial due to the fact that many specimens disappear in the third year of growth. Another name for this carnation is bearded carnation - each flower has bracts. The English call it Sweet William, they eat the flowers. Growing along the foothills of southern Europe and Asia, Turkish carnation was cultivated by man many centuries ago and spread to many countries as garden flower. herbaceous plant consists of a knotty stem, hay-green linear leaves and many flowers collected in corymbose inflorescences.
In the first year of life, a rosette of leaves is formed, in the second year the plant blooms and produces seeds. The flower consists of 5 petals and a long nail. The petals have a horizontal plate of white, pink or lavender. One plant can simultaneously bloom several inflorescences with 30 flowers in each - the flower itself looks like a fluffy bouquet. The fruit of the clove is an oblong capsule with one nest containing black seeds.
Cultural and garden forms superior to their wild relatives in decorativeness and diversity. Various colors and different shape colors – terry and simple – amazes the imagination. There are single-color flowers, variegated, two-color, with a border, with strokes, evoking an association with Turkish ornaments. The color varies from white to crimson and dark cherry, and new varieties with new colors appear every year.
There are tall varieties up to 90 cm and low-growing varieties below 35 cm.
Conditions for growing garden perennial carnations
- Turkish cloves are planted in lightly fertilized soil or in soil consisting of a mixture of humus, rotten leaves and fine sand, taken equally.
- The best results can be obtained by placing the plants in an open, sunny location and watering regularly without overdoing it.
- Cloves tolerate short-term lack of moisture well.
- From April to June, add liquid complex fertilizer to the water for irrigation once a week - Turkish cloves are very responsive to fertilizing.
Faded flower stalks are cut off to cause a second wave of flowering.
Planting Turkish cloves in open ground with seeds
When to plant Turkish clove seeds? These are completely unpretentious flowers, not afraid low temperatures. Therefore, you can safely sow the beauty directly into the ground at the first opportunity to go “into the field”: when the soil is ripe, already from the end of April.
- Prepare shallow furrows because the seeds are very small and should not be buried too deep. 1 cm is enough.
- Leave the distance between adjacent rows sufficient, do not waste space: you need at least 15-20 cm so that the bushes do not clog each other.
- They also leave 15 cm between plants in the row, simply breaking through the extra shoots. You can leave 5-7 cm between seedlings and when they reach a height of 8-10 cm, simply transplant the excess specimens to another place.
The seeds take a long time to sprout, so don’t worry: friendly shoots will definitely appear, after which do not forget to break through them so that there is no strong thickening. Turkish carnations can be propagated from seeds without any problems even with the onset of summer; the bushes have time to take shape in order to overwinter well and please with bright flowering next year.
When sowing in early June The seeds are laid out as rarely as possible along grooves that have been spilled with water, and lightly sprinkled with earth. After emergence, care consists of timely watering and weeding. At the end of summer, well-developed rosettes are formed.
They can be transplanted to another place with a distance of 15-25 cm from each other. If you plan to leave the seedlings where they grew, then you should thin them out to the required interval, transplanting the excess ones to another place.
If young plants have produced flower stalks, it is better to remove them so that the bushes take root well and do not go away weakened during the winter. Next year, with the onset of summer, the Turkish carnation will delight you with lush and abundant flowering.
There is another option for sowing Turkish cloves - with dry seeds before winter. Seeds are sown before the onset of stable cold weather directly into the garden bed without watering. Shoots will appear with the onset of spring - such plants will bloom a little later.
Sowing in protected soil, in a greenhouse
- Choose a well-lit place for seed germination, maintaining the temperature there at least 13 degrees.
- To speed up growth, cover the bed with glass or film.
- Sprouts appear quickly, approximately 2-3 weeks after sowing.
- When the seedlings grow up, do not forget to thin them out or plant them in another bed.
- Before transferring the seedlings to the garden bed, feed them nitrogen fertilizer– it is used as an anti-stress drug.
- Carnations can be planted 25cm apart in the flowerbed when warm weather arrives.
If you grow seedlings and thus extend the growing season, you don’t have to cut the flowers and enjoy flowering this year.
Turkish cloves from seeds at home Sowing for seedlings
Bearded carnations are sown for seedlings with the onset of February in special soil.
- The seeds are small, but you can spend a little more time and plant one seed at a time in a separate cup. This way you will save yourself from the picking procedure.
- They do not deepen it much, by 0.5-1 cm.
- Moderate watering is required drainage hole in a container to prevent water stagnation.
- The seedlings are placed on a sunny windowsill, where caring for them comes down to watering once every two to three days.
- Shortly before planting, the seedlings are hardened by placing them outside in a place without strong drafts - first for an hour or two, gradually increasing the time to a full day.
- Seedlings can be planted from the end of April, but only when the threat of night frosts has passed.
This video will tell you how to pick Turkish cloves:
If you sowed the seeds quite densely in a common container, you should pick. Plants are transplanted into separate containers, while trying to damage the roots as little as possible.
Reproduction by layering
The variety you like can be propagated by layering:
- To do this, take the stem, press it to the ground, pinning it with a v-shaped wire at the crown.
- The peduncle should be removed.
- The stem is sprinkled with moist soil.
- In a month, rooting will occur, layering can be planted on permanent place.
- Such propagation completely copies the mother variety.
Propagation by cuttings
They are cut from a stem taken from a plant in its second year of life, planted in loose wet soil, creating a light shadow. After about 3 weeks, the seedlings will begin to grow - this can be determined by the appearance of new leaves. They are transplanted in August. They will bloom next year. If you carry out this operation in a greenhouse or greenhouse, the cuttings will take root much faster. This method is used if you want to preserve your favorite variety.
Turkish carnation is capable of reproducing. Of course, there will be significantly fewer plants, but they will still delight you with magnificent flowering.
Diseases and pests
These flowers love sunny places, they need to be watered periodically, loosen the soil well after each watering, which will prevent the appearance of root rot.
An appropriate insecticide is used against thrips and green aphids that cause white spots on the petals.
When watering and fertilizing, try not to let the liquid get on the flowers.
The variety of varieties and extraordinary unpretentiousness of Turkish carnations can satisfy the desires of any gardener. Low-growing varieties look great in rock gardens or rock gardens; they will decorate an inconspicuous area of the garden; planted in flowerpots or containers, they will fill a balcony or veranda with aroma and color.
Tall forms planted on lawns among shrubs fit perfectly into gardens natural style. Fragrant picturesque flowers attract butterflies, bees, and birds. Cut flowers last in vases for about two weeks. This extraordinary flower will be a decoration for any area.
Turkish cloves - popular flower among gardeners. Everyone loves it beautiful flower can be explained by the duration of flowering and unpretentiousness of cultivation, and of course, by the bright and intricate coloring, sparkling with all shades of the rainbow. Breeders love to develop new species, experimenting with varieties and shades.
Turkish cloves - decorative flower. In order for your eyes to enjoy such bright beauty, you should know not only how to grow, but also how to care for the plant. Not only planting, but also cultivation and care must be correct and timely. How to raise a Turkish beauty? When to plant? How to care?
Landing Features
Planting Turkish clove seeds is carried out in several stages. It is important to adhere to the correct sequence and approach each stage with responsibility. You should start by preparing the soil. Growing involves two methods:
- seeds are planted directly into the ground in May-June;
- for seedlings in the period March-April.
If Turkish cloves are planted from seeds, the soil should be properly prepared.
Some time before planting (several weeks), it is recommended to dig up the soil. The layer of soil being dug up should be on average 20-25 cm. Next, the soil should be loosened and watered, and then covered with polyethylene film. The film is removed after two weeks, after which seed planting begins.
An interesting move is to plant carnations in October. It is important to note here that the seeds must be as dry as the soil itself, otherwise the seeds will be damaged when frost arrives. Despite the fact that the garden beauty is considered a cold-resistant flower, it would not hurt to use winter mulching. An excellent option: the soil around the plant is covered with a 10 cm thick ball of humus or peat. But with the arrival of spring, the plant should be covered with some material. This is done to avoid burns.
When planting seeds in the ground, they are sown in rows. The row spacing should be at least 15 cm. It is better to sow seeds to a depth of 1 cm. After sowing, the soil should be pressed and watered. It is important to remember that the water temperature should be room temperature. Experienced gardeners It is recommended to stretch non-woven cloth over the crops, so you can get the first shoots in 8 days.
The next stage is that the seedlings should be picked. The distance between them should be 6-7 cm, while it is important to maintain the row spacing - 15 cm. Cloudy weather or time after 18 o'clock - best time for picking. The final stage - the seedlings are covered with protective material.
If planting is carried out in the spring, then at the end of summer, Turkish carnation flowers can be planted in previously prepared flower beds. The first year is marked by the formation of a bush. The next year, the flower stretches 40-50 cm. Planting in the fall, under the snow, is also widely known.
Mid-June is the time to reap the benefits, that is, to admire the play of colors and fragrant aroma, which, by the way, is very delicate in cloves. Admiring such large and beautiful inflorescences is a pleasure.
Rules of care
It is important not only to know how to raise a Turkish beauty, but also how to care for her.
Basic rules of care:
- regular weeding;
- loosening the soil;
- timely watering;
- correct feeding.
Flowers should be watered no more than twice a week. For a flower bed measuring 1 sq.m. 12-15 liters of water are consumed. Summer heat Watering is carried out more often, but you should not overdo it, otherwise there may be a risk of the formation of root rot. The stream of water is directed not at the flowering buds, but at the soil itself, at the roots.
As for feeding, it can be organic or chemical. It is recommended to carry out the first feeding when the height of the plants is 10-12 cm. The time of the second feeding is the formation of buds. Don’t forget about fertilizing in the fall, and not just in the spring and summer. No nutrients - no healthy growth.
It is important to pay attention to the quality of not only the work itself, but also the soil in which the seeds are planted. Plants grow well in almost any soil, but it is better to give preference to light loam with a slightly acidic or neutral soil reaction.
Sowing Turkish clove seeds for seedlings (video)
Variety of species
- "Indian carpet";
- "Super duplex";
- "Little Willie"
- "Macarena";
- "Undine";
- "Purple Mountain";
- "Nigricans."
Turkish terry carnation is one of the most popular types. Beautiful plants make you happy charming view, alluring aroma and richness of color. Gardeners are attracted by the spicy aroma, the wonderful shape of the umbrella flowers and the richness of color.
Perennial Turkish carnation. This species has several subspecies, each of which has its own characteristics. The low-growing, or dwarf, carnation is one of the most beloved. The main feature is its miniature size. The height of such flowers is up to 25 cm. Among dwarf plants we can distinguish the variety “Indian carpet”. The low plant pleases with the beauty of its color and delicate aroma, but its main feature is the interesting pattern of the petals, which resemble a woven carpet. The intricate pattern formed the basis for the appearance of such an original name. This Turkish carnation can be seen from afar.
Varieties of Turkish beauty differ not only in appearance, but also in flowering time. Most species bloom in the spring, but some varieties bloom again in the fall. These are perennial plants. Their lifespan is 5-6 years.
The variety "Nigricans" is known for its dark burgundy, almost black flowers. No less interesting is the “Black” variety, which surprises with its burgundy-wine color with a black tint.
This is interesting! If you want to create an interesting and bright pattern in your flowerbed, you can replant Turkish carnations, or rather bushes, in such a way as to emphasize the contrast of color or, conversely, to emphasize the variety of shades of similar flowers.
On a note! Transplanting bushes is a delicate matter, so it should be done very carefully so as not to damage the roots.
In autumn, after flowering, not all plants are removed. Some varieties are perennial, so be careful not to mix up or remove perennial flowers. In spring they will bloom with new strength and a new splendor of color.
Collecting Turkish clove seeds (video)
For many centuries, carnations have been highly popular among flower growers in various countries. It attracts not only its beautiful appearance, but also its smell: during flowering, the culture emits an aroma reminiscent of the one produced by the buds of the clove tree, which are used in cooking as a spice. This explains the name of this plant.
The origin of the name clove is quite interesting: translated from Greek it means "divine flower" or "flower of Zeus". Therefore, the desire of many flower lovers to plant carnations in their flower garden is understandable. However, the success of this event largely depends on the gardener’s awareness of the rules for growing, caring for and propagating this crop in open ground.
Description of Turkish cloves
This plant can often be seen in flower beds. It was able to attract attention back in the 16th century, when it attracted the interest of flower growers with its bright flowering caps. Today, many varieties of carnations have been developed, which are distinguished by a rich range of colors.
If desired, you can find plain white and different shades of red hybrids. Many sophisticated gardeners grow two- and three-color plants, the petals of which are decorated with original patterns. Moreover, this feature gives them special attractiveness and originality, because such patterns can be very diverse, looking like borders, eyes and intricate figures. Carnation petals look no less original. In stores you can buy varieties with five petals, as well as hybrids with double flowers. The first carnation flowers bloom in the first weeks of summer and delight throughout the month.
To achieve the most beautiful flowering of Turkish carnation, you need to choose the right planting site where must prevail fertile soil . Suitable places for growing are well-lit areas, although it would not be a mistake to plant it in partial shade. If there are no other options, Turkish cloves can be grown on sandy and loamy soils, but first you will have to add fertilizer to them. The soil is fertilized immediately before planting, using compost or humus, ash, and mineral fertilizers.
When digging a site for planting Turkish cloves, it is enough to penetrate 25-30 cm deep. After this, the bed needs to be leveled and watered, if necessary. Then a thick cloth is laid over the bed and left in this condition for two weeks. Next, you can start planting flowers.
You need to sow Turkish clove seeds in furrows up to 1.5 cm deep. Furrows should be made no closer than 15 cm from each other. After sowing, the furrow needs to be watered and covered with a layer of soil on top. Next, the earth needs to be lightly compacted. There is no need for additional watering; you can limit yourself to a shelter made of dense fabric, which is kept until the first shoots appear.
You can sow clove seeds in spring or autumn. Moreover, in each case, seed sowing is carried out according to the same scheme.
Caring for Turkish cloves
Let us remind you once again that it is recommended to grow cloves in well-lit areas where there is fertile soil. However, this plant can easily die from winter cold. First of all, this is dangerous for young plants. In addition, a serious danger to Turkish carnation is waterlogging and stagnation of water.
Plants experience the greatest stress in early spring, since temperature fluctuations are often observed at this time of year, as in daytime Temperatures can reach summer levels, and there are often frosts at night. To protect the carnation during this period, it is necessary to use a cover made of spruce branches. The need for it disappears at the moment when the last wave of frosts has passed.
At the end of flowering, it is necessary to trim the stems and fertilize the soil. Such events launch the process of formation of new shoots, which will allow wait for secondary flowering cloves, but this only happens in certain varieties. If you strictly follow the rules for growing Turkish carnation, then it will be able to delight you with its bright buds for 6 years. Neglecting the rules of care can lead to the fact that in three years, and perhaps even earlier, you will have to look for a replacement.
To prevent the plant from experiencing a need for moisture, watering should be carried out at least 1-2 times a week. In dry years, the amount of watering is increased. It is necessary to water the carnation along the ground, avoiding drops of water falling on the flower. Otherwise it will cause burns.
Fertilizer and feeding of Turkish cloves
Growing Turkish cloves from seeds involves regular feeding.
- for the first time, fertilizers are applied at the moment when the plant reaches a height of 10 cm. For these purposes, a special solution is used, the preparation of which requires 10 liters warm water dilute 1 tbsp. l. nitrophoska and 1 tbsp. l. Agricola Forward;
- in the phase of bud formation, a second feeding is carried out. As a fertilizer, a solution is used, for the preparation of which you need to dilute 1 tbsp in 10 liters of water. l. potassium sulfate and the same amount of superphosphate;
- the third time, fertilizers are applied at the flowering stage of the carnation. To do this, prepare the following solution: you need to take 1 tbsp. l. fertilizers "Agricola for flowering plants"and dilute in 10 liters of water.
Plant propagation
The main methods of propagation of this perennial plant is sowing seeds and using cuttings. In the latter case, the event can be successfully completed provided that it is carried out accurately of a certain order actions:
You can get new Turkish carnation bushes cutting method. To do this, select shoots on which inflorescences have not yet formed in the current season.
You can also plant bushes that have grown in open ground as a result of self-seeding. In this case, there will be no need to carry out special events, since it will be enough to choose appropriate place. But you need to keep in mind that carnation seedlings grown by self-sowing usually do not retain the properties of the mother plant.
Diseases and pests of Turkish cloves
They want Turkish cloves and have such useful qualities as disease resistance; some varieties can be affected by diseases spread by sucking insects. This risk is highest in the southern regions where this plant is grown. The first signs of infection of this perennial plant are slow growth, the presence of a mosaic color on the leaves, as well as their subsequent deformation. These diseases are combated by completely destroying infected bushes, which must be done to avoid the spread of the disease to neighboring bushes.
Heterosporiasis
Selected species garden carnation may also be affected by heterosporiosis. This disease is caused by fungi; as a result, small gray spots can be seen on the leaves and stems. In some cases, a red border may be present. Gradually, the spots become lighter in color and begin to merge.
Where clusters of spots form, the flowers begin to thin out, and over time the leaves turn yellow and die. Considering the high vitality of the fungus, even after the complete death of the plant, you need to remove all residues, then spray the neighboring bushes with Bordeaux mixture or copper chloride.
Spider mites and aphids
When growing garden carnations from seeds in open ground, they can be attacked by pests such as spider mites and aphids.
- to prepare it you will need 1 kg of potato tops, which need to be filled with 10 liters of water;
- then the mixture is infused for 1.5 days;
- Before direct use, you need to add one tablespoon of liquid soap to the tincture.
Cloves in combination with other plants
When growing carnations in flower beds, you can add other ornamental plants to it. However, it is best to choose as neighbors sun-loving perennials. Turkish carnation will feel good together with Alpine aster, Carpathian bell and rudbeckia. What these perennials have in common is that they have the same soil requirements, watering and lighting.
Conclusion
Growing cloves is not a problem, because last years specialists were able to accumulate a lot of knowledge about the features of its cultivation and care in the open ground. And, despite the fact that it does not cause much trouble for the gardener, you still need to take into account certain rules and follow them. First of all, you need to prepare a suitable place for planting, because carnations grow well only in fertile soil.
Place for carnations should be well lit, and after planting it is necessary to provide it with regular watering. During the growth process, you need to constantly monitor the condition of the carnation, because at the most unexpected moment it may be attacked by pests. Therefore, it is important to quickly notice changes and immediately begin to take the necessary measures.
One of the best ways decorate your garden beautifully or plant Turkish carnations on it. These delicate inflorescences, collected in corollas, have a surprisingly bright color, which will certainly create a festive atmosphere. If this ornamental plant is already growing on your site, but you want to increase its quantity - you can use the cutting method.
What if for the first time you want these magnificent flowers to decorate your flowerbed, and you are unable to get cuttings? The only option in this case is for you to grow Turkish cloves - growing from seeds. When to plant seeds? How to do this correctly? What to do when the sprouts have sprouted? You will find answers to these questions in this article.
Growing Turkish cloves is rewarding work
This flower gained its popularity, of course, thanks to its charming appearance. Agree, looking at his image, it’s hard not to be infected with the desire to buy the same flowers for yourself. But the desire of summer residents and gardeners to take up growing this plant is also fueled by an awareness of its other features, namely:
- does not require special care,
- not very demanding when it comes to watering,
- can grow even in shady places,
- easily propagated by seeds.
Depending on the variety you purchased, your flowerbed, in exchange for quite simple care, may display low-growing (up to 15 cm) or tall (up to 60 cm) carnation bushes. Flowers can be various shades of red, burgundy or white, and modern hybrids combine all these colors in one plant. It is interesting that growing Turkish cloves from seeds, as opposed to cuttings, always gives an unexpected result, since plants sprouted from seeds always have a slightly changed appearance. In any case, it is worth planting Turkish cloves, since the result of your work will certainly please your eyes.
Stages of growing Turkish cloves from seeds
How to prepare the soil
When to plant
There are several methods for planting Turkish clove seeds, differing in time:
1. If you plan to grow seedlings indoors, the seeds are planted in March or April.
2. Many people prefer to plant seeds in open ground in May, and then transplant the sprouts to the site of the future flower garden in August.
3. You can plant the seeds in October, then mulch the soil with humus or peat, and at the beginning of summer, plant the sprouts as planned.
How to plant
Seeds should not be deeply buried in the soil. maximum depth- 1 cm. They are usually planted in rows, maintaining a distance of 15 cm between them. There should be at least half a centimeter between adjacent seeds. The soil above the seeds is lightly pressed and sprayed with cool water. Place a piece on top nonwoven fabric. The emergence of seedlings should occur no later than 10 days if planted in spring. At autumn planting sprouts will appear only next spring.
Picking seedlings
The time for picking comes 20 days after emergence. The seedlings are planted in such a way that the distance between the rows remains 15 cm, and from sprout to sprout - 6 or 7 cm. It is very important that the seedlings after picking are not exposed to the scorching sun, so it is better to carry out the procedure in the evening or on a cloudy day. Afterwards, the seedlings are again covered with non-woven material.
Landing at a permanent place
In August, the seedlings are planted in a permanent place. It is important that a distance of 20-30 cm is maintained between them, since when they grow, denser plantings may cause them to lack nutrients. It is worth noting that only next year you will be able to admire the splendor of blooming Turkish carnations. The first season of the plant is spent solely on forcing the bush. For the winter, it is advisable to cover young bushes with spruce branches. The first flowers at suitable conditions will appear in June next year. Some varieties of Turkish carnations are able to bloom again in the fall.
If you want to grow these cute little flowers for the first time, you can use the simple method by which Turkish carnations are propagated - growing from seeds. When to plant, plant and what to do with seedlings - you could understand from this article. Turkish carnation will be a magnificent decoration for your garden or summer cottage, it looks great in combination with many other ornamental plants.
Taking care of this elegant thing will not cause you much trouble, but will be fully rewarded with a lot of positive emotions.
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