Common Name: CarnationBotanical Name: Dianthus
Type of flower: Mass Flower
Common Varieties: Mini Carns, Carnations, Sweet William
Why you should LOVE Carnations: Carnations are very verstatile flowers. Although people typcially have stigmas against them, Carnations are some of the longest lasting, most durable, and affordable flowers you can buy. They are useful because they can be easily dyed, for use in any color scheme you'd like, they are very hearty, and they can (as many other flowers) be forced open, but with little damage done to the flower. They are great in any variety and depending on the type you pick, can be some of the most beautiful flowers in your arrangements. Just look at them after they've opened! Carnations are also a flower that goes with basically any arrangement style, and can be used in abundance as a filler or mass flower. So, give carnations a second look! Their also great for use in pomanders! They give a very plush effect.
Picture:
2 comments:
I had a lot of carnations in my wedding flowers, they were beautiful!
Fun, fun, fun! I'll check back often! To get your bouquet round, you actually want to start with 4 roses in the middle and keep adding flowers. Using a mirror while you build the bouquet is also a helpful tip.
Post a Comment