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Biennial Plant (D) PS4

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Sweet William 'Double Mixed'
Botanical Name: Dianthus barbatus
Type: Hardy Biennial (can behave as a short-lived perennial)

Sweet William 'Double Mixed' is a traditional favourite producing dense clusters of beautifully fringed, fully double blooms in a rich blend of reds, pinks, whites, and bicolours. With their sweet clove-like fragrance and long flowering period, these classic cottage garden flowers are ideal for borders, containers, and cutting. Loved by pollinators and gardeners alike, they offer old-fashioned charm with easy care.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy Biennial (flowers in second year)
Height: 30 – 40 cm
Spread: 25 – 30 cm
Flowers: June – September
Position: Full sun or light shade; well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow : Indoors from Feb–April / Outdoors from May
How to Sow: Cover lightly with fine soil or compost
Germination: 7 – 14 days at 15 – 20°C
Transplant: Move to final position in autumn, spacing 25 – 30 cm apart
Care: Water well in dry spells. Deadhead to extend blooming or allow to self-seed.

Why You’ll Love It

Stunning double blooms in a vibrant colour mix
Highly fragrant – classic clove scent
Perfect for cut flowers – long-lasting in the vase
Attractive to bees, butterflies & other pollinators
Easy to grow & low-maintenance

Top Tip

For bushier plants and more blooms, pinch out the growing tips after transplanting.

Perfect For

Cottage gardens & traditional borders
Cutting gardens & flower beds
Patio pots & containers
Pollinator-friendly planting
Scented garden areas

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