Edible flowers · Moderate
Edible dianthus
Dianthus caryophyllus
Free-draining growing medium.
- EC (mS/cm)
- n/a
- pH
- n/a
- Cycle
- long
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Sound origin
Dianthus caryophyllus
Probably native to the shores of the Mediterranean, spread by cultivation since antiquity.
Source: Wikipedia
What it provides nutrients
No reference nutritional values have been published for this plant in the Ciqual table (ANSES) or in USDA data: we'd rather not make anything up. Edible flowers are used in small amounts, mostly for color and flavor.
Key steps
- Only dianthus that you sowed yourself or that are sold as edible: never florist ones, which are treated.
- Remove the white base of the petals, which is bitter.
- Dislikes excess water at the crown: use a free-draining growing medium.
- Clove scent, for desserts and syrups.
In which system?
| Tower | NFT | Growing medium | Kratky |
|---|---|---|---|
Approximate calendar
| Sowing | Mar., Apr. |
| Plants | May |
| Harvest | June, July, Aug., Sept. |
Garden, patio, balcony: Belgian and northern French climate, earlier farther south. Estimates to adjust with your own dates.
Frequently asked questions
Edible dianthus in hydroponics: what pH?
No specific range is published for this crop in the Oklahoma State table: we do not force an unverified figure. Start from the common range of 5.5–7.0 and write down your results.
Edible dianthus in hydroponics: what EC?
Oklahoma State has published no value for this crop. Start low, watch the growth and record your measurements in a log.
Edible dianthus: which hydroponic system?
Best suited: growing medium (Dutch bucket). Free-draining growing medium.
Edible dianthus: when to sow in Belgium?
Indicative window for a garden, patio or balcony in Belgium or northern France: March and April. Adjust with your own dates.
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