How much does a carnation cost per stem? 2019 prices and symbolic meaning explained
The carnation is a plant of the genus Dianthus, with a flowering period from June to August each year, a wide range of flower colors and a fresh fragrance. So how much does a carnation cost per stem in 2019? On Mother's Day everyone gives carnations to their mothers, so what symbolic meaning do carnations represent?
1. The growing habits of carnations
The carnation is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Caryophyllaceae and the genus Dianthus. The whole plant is generally 40-70cm tall. The carnation also has many aliases, such as lion's head dianthus, musk carnation, large-flowered dianthus, musk carnation, Dutch carnation and so on. It is a common ornamental and gardening flower.
The carnation is a long-day plant. Growing carnations requires giving them plenty of light. Carnations are not tolerant of waterlogging, so they should not be watered too much; just add water according to their growth conditions. For the growing container and soil, it is best to choose types with relatively good drainage and air permeability.
Carnations are cold-tolerant, and the suitable growing temperature is 14-21°C. Therefore, when summer and winter temperatures are relatively harsh, corresponding protective measures should be taken to prevent large numbers of carnations from dying due to temperature.
2. How much does a carnation cost per stem?
Carnations are grown in many regions, and the price is relatively cheap. Generally, the wholesale price at flower and bird markets is 1-2 yuan per stem, while flower shops mostly sell them for 3-5 yuan per stem. However, the specific pricing is free, so it differs from place to place, and the actual price should be taken as the standard.
If you do not know the local market conditions, you can ask several flower shops and flower and bird markets and choose a place with relatively good value for money to buy from.
3. What symbolic meaning do carnations represent?
Carnations symbolize love, charm and respect. In May 1934, the United States issued a Mother's Day stamp for the first time, which made carnations even more famous. The stamp's design was a world-famous painting, in which a mother gazes at the carnations placed in a vase. Thus carnations became linked with Mother's Day, and afterward people also conventionally regarded carnations as the symbolic flower of Mother's Day.
On Mother's Day, giving one's mother a bouquet of carnations has already become a popular culture. “The thread in the hands of a loving mother, the clothes on the body of a wandering son” - since ancient times, praising maternal love has been a mainstream culture, and maternal love is indeed great enough. Besides giving gifts to mother on Mother's Day, one should also care more about family members at ordinary times, in order to repay the grace of being born and raised.