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Dianthus barbatus 'Tall Double Mix'
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Description
Winters over to bloom in June. Tall stalks for cut flowers, these absolutely stunning large flowerheads are pink, red and white.
Direct seed April through July. do not cover seeds. Germinates at 20C in 8-14 days. Space 30cm apart; grow in sunny areas, height 45cm. Approx 600 seeds/g.
Sweet William has been a favourite biennial plant for the border since great-grandmother's garden and even before. Dianthus comes from the Greek for divine flower, named for the fragrance and beauty of the blossoms.