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Dianthus caryophyllus Odessa® ‘Red’


Hardy Carnation

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.185.990


The Odessa® series of hardy carnations are somewhat taller than some other pot types flowering from spring until late autumn and are completely hardy. This selection features masses of dark crimson-red, carnation-like flowers held above attractive, silver-grey foliage. Fragrant. Excellent for cutting. Good drainage is essential for winter hardiness. Evergreen. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus caryophyllus Odessa® ‘Red’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Red
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall
  Late Fall
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
  Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Dianthus caryophyllus Odessa® ‘Red’


Hardy Carnation

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.185.990


The Odessa® series of hardy carnations are somewhat taller than some other pot types flowering from spring until late autumn and are completely hardy. This selection features masses of dark crimson-red, carnation-like flowers held above attractive, silver-grey foliage. Fragrant. Excellent for cutting. Good drainage is essential for winter hardiness. Evergreen. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Dianthus caryophyllus Odessa® ‘Red’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Red
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
  Early Fall
  Mid Fall
  Late Fall
Foliage Color
  Grey Green
  Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium