SWEET WILLIAM

Dianthus barbatus


TYPE OF PLANT: [BUTTERFLY & BEE NECTAR]


Habitat: Biennial. Border and rock garden plant. Full sun and non-acidic soil.

Habit: Height 15-60 cm.

Flower Color: Mixed colours. Flowers June-July.

Planting Time: Sow seeds in May/June in beds or pots. Plant out 18-25 cm apart.

Nectar Plant for: Meadow brown butterflies, wasps and bees.


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