Sweet William Herald of Spring Seeds – Dianthus barbatus

Sweet William Herald of Spring Seeds – Dianthus barbatus

A classic, fragrant biennial producing dense clusters of brightly coloured blooms in shades of red, pink, white, and bi-colours. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, or as a long-lasting cut flower.
Each packet contains 160 seeds.

Planting Instructions:

Sowing Time: Late summer to autumn or early spring

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost

Sowing Depth: Lightly cover with soil (3mm deep)

Spacing: 20-30cm apart

Germination Time: 7-14 days

Flowering Time: Flowers in the second year (biennial habit)

Growing Tips:

Keep soil moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.

Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering.

Cut back plants after flowering to tidy up and encourage new growth.

Prefers cooler temperatures and tolerates light frost.

Allow some plants to self-seed for future seasons.