Description
Green Carnations-Fancy
Think green apple sparkle meets fresh-cut garden charm! These green carnations bring cheerful color, full-textured blooms, and a fun, unexpected touch to bouquets, centerpieces, and celebrations.
RECOMMENDED SHIPPING AND DELIVERY INFO:
Availability: Year-Round
Since we ship our Carnations straight from our farms, they will often arrive in tight bud form and may require at least 4-7 days to open up. Once they open, each bud will continue to open in succession, providing a very long vase life of color. We strongly suggest scheduling a delivery date at least 4 days before your event. If your event is on a Saturday, we recommend having these delivered on the Monday before. Because they have such a great vase life, you can even get these in 6-8 days before your event.
Please note: It takes 7 days for your flowers to reach your doorstep from our farms. Therefore, you must order your flowers at least 7 days before you want your flowers to arrive, aka your delivery date, to allow for proper processing and shipping time.
FLOWER SPECS:
Color: Green
Average Vase Life: 10-14 days with proper care.
Days to Fully Open: 2-5
Blooms per Stem: 1
Average Bloom Size: 2.0" - 2.5" in width
Stem Length: 20-24 inches
Bunch Size: 25 stems/bunch
FLOWER FACTS:
Floral Fuss Factor: Easy-going, hardy, very beginner-friendly.
Budget Rating: $ (Budget Friendly)
Recommended Hydration Bucket: A 5-gallon paint bucket. Available here.
Number of Stems/Bunches per 5-Gallon Bucket: Up to 4 bunches (100 stems). Once they begin blooming, you may need to spread them out into additional buckets; always leave room to bloom.
Fragrance: Think sweet florals with a little spice — carnations carry a warm, clove-like scent that feels both comforting and distinctive.
Symbolism: Carnations symbolize love, admiration, and distinction.
IMPORTANT INFO:
Your flowers may arrive looking a little tired or thirsty after their journey. This is completely normal — think of it like how you’d feel after a long international flight, wedged into the middle seat the whole way: a little rumpled and definitely not at your freshest. Your flowers feel the same way. A fresh trim on the stems, a good drink of water, and some time to hydrate (flower relaxation time) will help them perk up quickly.
Please note that flower colors may vary slightly due to natural growing conditions and differences in screen display settings. We always strive to ship the exact product you order. However, occasionally, due to circumstances beyond our control - weather conditions, market fluctuations, or an increase in weekly demand - substitutions may be necessary. We will contact you, if possible, as soon as we are made aware of this to discuss available options or substitutions.
RECOMMENDED SUBSTITUTIONS:
Sometimes flowers have a mind of their own — seasons shift, blooms vary, and Mother Nature likes to keep things interesting. These flowers share a similar look, feel, or design style and make beautiful alternatives.
Spray roses, lisianthus, mini gerberas, and chrysanthemums
COMPLEMENTARY PAIRINGS:
Think of these as the floral version of great dinner guests — they naturally get along and bring out the best in each other.
Roses, Lisianthus, Baby’s Breath, Stock, Disbuds
Care Instructions
Carnation Cut Flower Care instructions:
- 1. As soon as you receive your flowers, open their box(es) and cut strapping to remove flowers.
- 2. Short Carnations are shipped in growers bunches, each bunch contains 25 stems of carnations.
- 3. Remove any green foliage that will fall below the water line from the bottom of the bouquet stem. Any foliage that falls below the waterline will form bacteria and effect the life of your flowers and the blooming process.
- 4. Cut 1/2 to 1 inch off the bottom of each carnation stem, preferably at an angle, and immediately place in prepared water.
- 5. Place flowers in fresh, cool water out of direct sunlight, extreme temperatures and drafts. Use of Floral food is recommended. Let Carnations hydrate for at least 4 hours, 12 or more hours is recommended.
- 6. Check water levels frequently. Fresh cut flowers consume a lot of water when hydrating. Keep water levels high and water fresh.
Quick Tips:
- 1.. You may receive carnations that are still in bud form. They will open naturally following this process over 2 - 3 days. If you need to open them sooner, place freshly cut carnation stems in very warm (not hot) water and in a warm (not hot) room while hydrating. You may need to refresh with warm water after 3-4 hours.
- 2. If you need the carnations to open sooner, you may "force" the bloom by gently rolling the base of the carnation head between your thumb and forefinger. Gently roll carnation bloom back and forth, and lightly "fluff" open the petals until the carnation head opens. Immediately place in cool water.