Wild Flower Seed: Sweet William(Dianthus barbatus)

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Sweet William

Dianthus barbatus


About Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus)
Height:	Under 2 ft.
Flower Color:	Multicolored in reds, pinks, whites and bicolors.
Plant Type:	Biennial. Has two-year life cycle. Grows only leaves first season from seed. Then in second season, blooms, seeds and dies with first frost.
Flower Type:	Simple flower with serrated petals
Bloom Time:	Early and mid-season
Is this wildflower invasive?	No
Is this wildflower endangered?	No
Is this wildflower edible?	No
Is this wildflower medicinal?	No


What is Sweet William's native range?
	Indigenous To:	Mountain areas of Europe
Where Sweet William is naturalized or can be grown
	Regions:	All regions of North America.
	Zones:	3-9
	States:
How to grow Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus)
	Soil preference:	Somewhat adaptable, but prefers non-acid, moist conditions.
	Sun/Shade:	Full sun to partial shade
	Moisture Requirements:	Average moisture, well-drained.
	Instructions:	Plant spring or fall, and try to find a spot that is not too hot. If you're in a hot region, give this species some partial shade if possible. Sweet William prefers neutral or low-acid soils, and remember it is a biennial. When happy, it reseeds very successfully.