Clove Pink
Dianthus caryophyllus 'Grenadin'
Caryophyllaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Biocultural value
Spicy flower petals can be added to salads or infused in hot simple sugar syrup to flavor drinks and desserts. Red carnations imply deep love and affection. Pink carnations symbolize motherly love. White carnations are a sign of pure love. Striped petals indicate refusal. Dianthus is a Greek name meaning divine flower or flower of the gods.
Location
Source of plant
Richters
Description
‘Grenadin’ is a mixture of pink, red and white double flowers.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
food, fragrance, other ethnobotanical uses