1、 Soil:

Carnation has strong adaptability to soil, and most of the soil can survive. It is suitable for cultivation in fertile loam with deep soil layer and good drainage

2、 Illumination:

During the growth period of carnation, it is necessary to receive sufficient light. The minimum supplementary light in winter is 12 hours, preferably 16 hours. This can promote the growth of plants

3、 Watering:

Carnation needs a lot of water during its growth. It should be watered frequently to maintain sufficient water. If the water is insufficient, the seedlings grow slowly. However, do not water too much, which will cause ponding and root rot

4、 Temperature:

Carnation is not resistant to high temperature and likes cold climate. The suitable temperature during the growth period is 15-25 ℃. Do not be too high or too low, otherwise it is easy to cause only long stems without flowering

5、 Pest control:

1. Diseases: the main diseases of carnation are leaf spot and stem rot, which will harm the leaves and roots of carnation and seriously cause plant death. Before planting, the soil shall be disinfected with formaldehyde solution, and the disease shall be sprayed with bactericide for prevention and control

2. Insect pests: the main pests of carnation are aphids and mites. It feeds on the leaves of carnation. If pests are found, they can be controlled by artificial trapping or spraying with chemical agents such as trichlorfon