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carnation plants nursery

Welcome to your go-to carnation plants nursery in New Zealand, where timeless beauty meets expert growing advice. Carnations, known botanically as Dianthus, are cherished for their ruffled blooms, spicy fragrance, and extended flowering season. Whether you're establishing a charming cottage garden, seeking long-lasting cut flowers, or looking to brighten your borders, our collection of carnation plants delivers huge rewards for gardeners of all skill levels.

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PB3 Planter Bags (Strawberry Bags)

PB3 Planter Bags are a practical and economical option for growing larger shrubs, young trees, natives, and other nursery plants. Their flexible construction allows for easy handling, transport, and plant removal while providing ample space for healthy root development.

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Potting Media

Potting Media is a quality growing mix designed to provide plants with the support, drainage, aeration, and moisture retention needed for healthy growth. It is suitable for potting and repotting a wide range of plants into containers, pots, and planters.

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Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong...

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PB12 Planter Bags

PB12 Planter Bags are a durable and economical option for growing larger trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other established nursery stock...

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PB1.5 Planter Bags

PB1.5 Planter Bags are a practical and economical choice for growing shrubs, perennials, young trees, and other nursery plants. Their flexible...

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PB60 Planter Bags (Bag For Xmas Tree)

PB60 Planter Bags are a strong and practical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and advanced nursery stock. Their...

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PB2 Planter Bags

PB2 Planter Bags are a practical and economical choice for growing shrubs, perennials, young trees, natives, and other nursery plants. Their flexible...

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PB18 Planter Bags

PB18 Planter Bags are a durable and economical option for growing larger trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other established nursery stock...

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PB8 Planter Bags (Mushroom Grow Bags)

PB8 Planter Bags are a practical and economical option for growing larger trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other established nursery stock...

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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

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PB95 Planter Bags (Large Planter Bags)

PB95 Planter Bags are a strong and practical option for growing large trees, specimen shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and advanced nursery stock...

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PB5 Planter Bags

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PB28 Planter Bags (Christmas Tree Bag)

PB28 Planter Bags are a durable and economical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other mature nursery stock. Their...

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Planter Bags 3/4 (Seedling Bags)

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PB6.5 Planter Bags (Mushroom Bags)

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PB40 Planter Bags (Tomato Grow Bag)

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Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

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Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird Of Paradise Plant)

Strelitzia nicolai (Giant White Bird Of Paradise) is a bold, architectural plant known for its large banana like leaves and striking white and blue...

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Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.
Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

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35L Planter Bags (Grow Bags For Potatoes)

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Black Polythene - 1 m Wide

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5 Litre Plant Pots

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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

0.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young plants, herbs, seedlings, and smaller ornamentals. Their compact size makes them ideal...

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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

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3.5 Litre Plant Pots

3.5 Litre Plant Pots are a versatile choice for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other established plants. They provide generous root...

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Max Tapener Staples

Max Tapener Staples are designed for use with Max Tapener tying tools to securely fasten tape around plants and their supports. Strong and reliable...

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Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking...

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PB3 Planter Bags (Strawberry Bags)

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Why Choose Carnation Plants for Your Garden?

Carnations are celebrated not only for their show-stopping flowers but also for their resilience and versatility. These perennials thrive in New Zealand’s varied climates, boasting excellent drought tolerance and a predilection for sunny, well-drained spots. A dedicated carnation plants nursery like ours hand-picks cultivars that flourish throughout the seasons, making them an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Popular varieties perform well in containers, rockeries, and as vibrant edging along garden paths.

Our Featured Carnation Varieties

At our carnation plants nursery, we’re proud to offer a curated range of Dianthus varieties, each selected for unique colour, fragrance, and performance in Kiwi gardens. Stand-out selections include Carnation 'Otaki Pink', a classic favourite with blush-pink petals and delicious perfume. Dianthus Memories delivers a delicate white bloom revered as a meaningful gift or remembrance plant. For something a little more dramatic, Dianthus King of the Blacks (King Of The Blacks Carnation) offers stunning near-black velvet flowers that add remarkable depth to borders and mixed plantings.

Expert Growing Tips from a Carnation Plants Nursery

Getting the best from your carnation plants is easy with some insider nursery tips. Start with free-draining, alkaline soil, as these perennials dislike overly wet conditions. Position in full sun to ensure abundant blooms and compact, healthy growth. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous flowering from spring through summer. Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring for vigorous, floriferous plants. Regular division and replanting every few years keeps your carnation patch thriving for seasons to come.

Pairing Carnations with Other Garden Favourites

A versatile carnation plants nursery will suggest companion plants to enhance visual interest and year-round appeal. Carnations pair beautifully with grasses such as Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant), which brings vibrant foliage contrast to the garden. For bursts of fiery colour, consider integrating Carnations alongside Kniphofia Dwarf Scarlet (Hot Poker Plant), creating a dynamic, pollinator-friendly landscape.

Shop Carnation Plants with Confidence

When you choose our carnation plants nursery, you’re investing in healthy, greenhouse-grown plants prepped for local conditions. Each Dianthus comes with detailed care information, and our knowledgeable team is on hand to offer tailored advice all year round. Whether you’re expanding a flower patch or creating a new display, you’ll discover a world of carnation colour ready to flourish right outside your door.

Explore our collection and find the perfect carnation varieties, from the traditional Carnation 'Otaki Pink' to captivating options like Dianthus Memories and Dianthus King of the Blacks (King Of The Blacks Carnation). Enrich your garden with true nursery-grown quality and enjoy flowers that never go out of style.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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Buxus sempervirens 'Silver Beauty' (Silver Boxwood) and Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' have stood the test of time, but new generations of gardeners are discovering Acer palmatum 'Fjellheim', Hemerocallis 'Stella De Oro', and Camellia 'Red Red Rose'.
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