This Sweet William variety features a mix of vivid colors. The bright colors and spicy scent make this a garden standout. The plants produce eye-catching bicolor blooms in combinations of red, pink, and white. Flower clusters grow to be as large as 15 cm (6”) across. This self-seeding variety is very pretty and easy to grow, blooming in its second year. Biennial.
SKU: 140162
Growing Information
Safe for Bees
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
5 to 10 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Growing Height:
30-45 cm (12-18")
Key Features
Plant Type: Flower
Botanical Name: Dianthus barbatus
Fill Weight (grams): 0.35
Approximate Seed Count: 250-275
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Color: Bicolors in combinations of red, pink and white
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Harvest/Bloom Season: June to July
Instructions
Sow seed directly into the garden once all danger of frost has passed. For earlier blooms, start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost.