Latin Name: Dianthus caryophyllus ‘Chabaud’ 

The Carnation ‘Tall Chabaud’ is a classic, heirloom carnation prized for its large, intensely fragrant blooms and elegant stature. Growing 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) tall, it’s a favorite for cut flower gardens, borders, and cottage-style plantings.

This cultivar produces fully double, ruffled flowers (2–3 inches wide) in rich hues like deep red, pink, white, and bicolors, with a signature clove-like fragrance. Its long, sturdy stems make it ideal for bouquets, lasting up to 2 weeks when cut.

‘Tall Chabaud’ thrives in full sun and well-draining, slightly alkaline soil. Blooming from late spring to summer, it benefits from regular deadheading to prolong flowering. Though frost-tolerant, it performs best in cool-summer climates.

A pollinator magnet, it pairs beautifully with peonies, roses, or delphiniums.