SPECIAL CORNCERNS ABOUT CARNATIONS

Special concerns: It is ethylene sensitive; however, miniature types do not always respond well to STS because the different flower maturities do not take up the STS solution equally. While it is difficult to recognize water-stressed carnations, severe reduction in vase life is the result, so keep them hydrated when held above 36-38 degrees Fahrenheit. Calyx splitting (splits) can only be prevented by grower practices