Question From: J. Owen - Utica, Michigan, United States
Q: Looking for cascading carnations. About 45 years ago, I visited the Saratoga horse track in Saratoga Springs, NY. The front of the grandstands were covered with what I believe were red and white cascading carnations. The flowers were not petunias. Recent looks on google come up with seeds for clove carnations (cascading) of mixed soft colors. I have called some of the areas bigger flower places, but have not found any cascading carnations. Any thoughts besides growing from seed? Thank you.
A:
To my knowledge cascading carnations are not available. I think what you saw may have been a type of geramium that does cascade. They are very popular in Switzerland and called Balcon type. You may have to buy them online. Google Balcon-type geraniums for sources. I did google Saratoga racetrack and the flowers planted this year are petunias. You can also call the racetrack for more information. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy
