How to grow Sweet William

Also known as a Dianthus.

Botanical Name: Dianthus barbatus

Family: Caryophyllaceae

Native to southern Europe

Zone 3 Biennial.

Easy to grow.

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost.

Plant seeds 3mm deep.

5-10 days to sprout.

Blooms from June to July.

20 cm spread.

Self-Seeds

Can grow to be 30 - 92cm tall.

Perfect for back borders.

The flowers are edible and have medicinal properties.

Attracts bees, birds and butterflies.