carnation 'Cheerio'
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Cheerio' is a bicoloured double-flowered cultivar. The base of its petals are a red, the outer portion is white with a hint of pink
Scientific classification
- Species
- carnation 'Cheerio' (Dianthus 'Cheerio')
- Genus
- Dianthus
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
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- Toxicity
- Conservatory Greenhouse · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of carnation 'Cheerio'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of carnation 'Cheerio'
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carnation 'Cheerio' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering and promote a compact habit
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in late winter
Growing
GrowingGrow under glass at 7 to 10°C in a loam-based potting compost in bright filtered light with good ventilation. In winter provide low humidity and full light. When in growth water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 10 days
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust, a virus and fusarium wilt
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and aphids
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