perpetually flowering carnation 'V.E. Jubilation'

Grow under glass at 7 to 10°C in a loam-based potting compost in bright filtered light with good ventilation. In winter provide low humidity and full light. When in growth water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 10 days

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and promote a compact habit

Propagate by softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in late winter

Glasshouse whitefly, glasshouse red spider mite, thrips and tortrix moth may be a problem

May be subject to a rust