Carnation Chadbaud 'Benigna'

100 Seeds

Seeding Carnation Chadbaud 'Benigna'—a cultivar from the classic Chabaud (sometimes spelled Chadbaud) group—is a rewarding way to grow richly colored, fragrant double carnations from seed. The 'Benigna' variety typically features soft pink to rose-colored blooms with ruffled petals and a strong clove-like scent.

Here’s a complete guide to seeding Carnation Chabaud 'Benigna':

🌸 Carnation Chabaud 'Benigna' – Seeding Guide

✅ Quick Overview

🌱 Step-by-Step Seeding Instructions

1. When to Sow

• Indoors: 10–12 weeks before last expected frost

• Outdoors (mild climates): Late summer to early autumn for overwintering and earlier blooms next season

2. Indoor Sowing (Recommended)

Materials:

• Seed trays or small pots

• Light, well-draining seed starting mix

Instructions:

1. Sowing depth: Lightly cover seeds (~1–2 mm) or press into moist soil – light aids germination

2. Temperature: 15–20°C (59–68°F)

3. Germination time: 7–14 days

4. Keep soil moist but not soggy

5. Use a humidity dome or plastic cover until germination occurs

3. After Germination

• Move seedlings to a bright window or grow light setup

• Thin or transplant when 2–3 sets of true leaves develop

• Pinch growing tips for bushier plants

• Harden off 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors

4. Transplanting Outdoors

• Timing: After frost danger has passed

• Spacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 in) apart

• Location: Full sun with good air circulation

🌞 Growing Conditions

✂️ Care Tips

• Deadhead to encourage more blooms

• Provide staking if plants are tall and heavy-flowered

• Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases

• Excellent for cutting—flowers last well in a vase