Dianthus barbatus Nigrescens Group
Sweet William |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.185.300
Sweet William is an old-fashioned cottage garden plant that usually grows as a self seeding biennial. This taller strain produces a mound of bronzy-green leaves, bearing showy clusters of unique maroon-red to black flowers for several weeks. Excellent as a cut flower. Remove fading flowers to encourage more buds to form. Pruning plants back hard after blooming will encourage them to survive for another year. Self-sown seedlings may be moved in fall or early spring.
Further details for
Dianthus barbatus Nigrescens Group
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Black Mixed Red
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Light Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Rabbit Resistant Fragrant Massed
Flower Head Size Large
Height 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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