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Carnations
Ruffled, long-lasting and much better than their reputation.
Not safe for cats and dogsLow pollen & scent
What they mean, by colour
Pink: A mother’s love: the traditional Mother’s Day flower.
Red: Admiration and deep love.
White: Pure love and good luck.
Lovely for
Season and care
In season: All year.
Care: One of the longest-lasting cut flowers: two to three weeks with fresh water.
Design with carnations on Bloom
Flower meanings are traditional and vary between cultures. Pet safety follows Bloom’s own list, based on the ASPCA’s: if a pet eats any part of a plant, call your vet straight away.