Maintenance Procedures in Greenhouse Cut Flower Carnation Production

Abstract

Cut flower carnation is a plant with a wide market area. Commercial production of cut flower carnations dates back to the past in greenhouses on the southern coastline, especially in Antalya. Today, with the increase in greenhouses with polyethylene covers, which are easy to install and cheap, cut flower carnation production has begun in other regions. In greenhouse production, daily maintenance operations are required. Ventilation of greenhouses should not be delayed, especially in the morning. Late opening of ventilation, excessive heat and humidity cause stress on plants and damage. In addition, reducing the distance between rows and on rows during seedling planting causes an increase in fungal diseases and pests. Apart from this, cultural operations and maintenance operations should not be interrupted due to the high market value of upright and smooth flower stems. Proper cut flower carnation production means that cultural and maintenance processes are carried out on time and as necessary, from seedling planting to harvest. Cut flower carnations are preferred especially for many events such as important days (Teachers' Day, etc.), workplace openings, elections, birthdays, etc. in every month of the year. Therefore, producing flowers with high market value provides financial gain to producers.