Carnation

Marigold

Carnation and Marigold

Carnation

Marigold

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Color

Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Orange, Yellow

Color Meaning

Green - Prosperity and Optimism, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

0"0"

0 0

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Fragrance

Spicy

Aromatic

Petals

Number Of Petals

5100

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl

Oval

Height

2.00 cm6.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

3.00 cm4.00 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

0"0"

0 0

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Diligently

Enough

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

The pH of Soil

6.005.50

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Lime stone, Sulphur

Lime stone, Potassium

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips

Aphids, moths, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Thrips, Whiteflies

List of Diseases

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, blight, Crown gall rot, Downy mildew, Gray Molds, Rust, Wilt

Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot

Bloom Time

Spring Season

All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season

Vase Life

0 0

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

Mediterranean Region

Mexico, North America, South America

Interesting Facts of

After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.

Marigold is believed to be the Herb of the Sun.
Marigolds were used in Welsh culture to predict climatic conditions.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season

Habit

Shrubs

Flower Meaning

Astrological Flower

Birth Month Flower

Flower Availability

Benefits

Uses

Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer

Medicinal Uses

Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, nourish the skin

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an antioxidant

Culinary Uses

Included in wines and cocktails

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

Softens skin, Utilized in making essential oils

Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

Occasional Uses

Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding

Wedding

Allergy

Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting

Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin

Family

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Dianthus caryophyllus

Tagetes

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Caryophyllales

Asterales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Caryophyllaceae

Asteraceae

Sub Family

Asteroideae

Genus

Number of Species

30050

3 25000

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About Carnation and Marigold

It is said that earth laughs with flowers. Be it Fragrant Flowers or non-fragrant flowers, they keep the surrounding cheerful. They are the best gift from mother earth. Let’s know about Carnation and Marigold facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Carnation and Marigold Facts and color

You must be curious to know more about Carnation and Marigold facts and color. flowers.comparespecies.com will let you know all the Interesting Facts about Carnation and Marigold. Carnation comes in Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow colors whereas Marigold flowers are with Orange, Yellow colors. Other Carnation and Marigold facts will definitely amuse you.

Carnation and Marigold growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Carnation and Marigold growing conditions. Carnation requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Marigold needs Full Sun and Enough watering with 5.50 of Clay, Loamy, Sandy soil. Get other Carnation and Marigold facts in the sections below.

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Carnation and Marigold Classification

After knowing about various Carnation and Marigold facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Carnation and Marigold classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Carnation and Marigold is Dianthus caryophyllus and Tagetes respectively. Carnation belongs to Caryophyllaceae family whereas Marigold falls under Asteraceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.