100 Carnation Grenadin Double Mix seeds

This listing is for a package of 100 Carnation Grenadine Double Mix seeds. AKA Dianthus Caryophllus. **more cold hardy than other varieties** Heirloom biennial (perennial zones 5-9) or grown as a premium cut annual flower in regions with freezing temperatures. Double blooms in a fabulous color palette including some bi-colors of dark red, scarlet, rose, golden yellow and white. Intoxicating clove like scent. These frilly 1-2" frilly flowers are excellent in the cutting garden, or in containers, borders or mass plantings. Edible flower petals can be used for garnishing salads, desserts, etc. Seed can be started indoors up to 8 weeks before your regions last frost date. Barely cover with soil and keep moist. Harden off for a week or two outdoors before transplanting outdoors. Plants once established like cool weather and perform well when temperatures do not exceed 65°. Direct seeding is possible and can be sown out and in place even where there is a chance of light frost. *cold hardy va