Sweet William - Tall Single Mix - Dianthus barbatus

Biennial Open Pollinated. Fringed red, pink, or purple flowers have a distinct carnation scent. A great cut flower, Sweet William is beautiful in borders, rock gardens and informal plantings. It symbolizes gallantry in the Victorian language of flowers. Pack covers approximately 10 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 12" apart. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom season. Blooms second spring from seed.

Flowers: Edible flowers, good flower. Blooms in spring to summer
Attracts: Attracts butterflies
Soil: Prefers neutral to alkaline, moist soil
Native: Southern Europe
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Spring
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Days to Germinate: 5-7 Days
Height At Maturity: 12"-24"
Sun/Shade Requirements: Partial Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 656

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Edible Flower
Fragrant
Good Cut Flower
Open-Pollinated

Characteristics

Organic Status : 3 - 10

Bloom Season : Spring

Bloom Season : Summer

Flower Color : Mix

Flower Color : Pink

Flower Color : Purple

Flower Color : Red

Growth Habit : Upright

Life Cycle : Biennial

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Planting Time : Spring

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Sun Requirements : Partial Sun

Planting & Care

Loosen the top two inches of soil. Mix seed with 10 parts vermiculite. Broadcast this mix over the area to be planted. Compress soil and lightly cover with compost or straw.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

Sweet William (pack)