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Sweet Williams

Dianthus Barbatus

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Overview

Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is a vibrant perennial that boasts dense clusters of fragrant flowers. Blossoms appear in a spectrum from white to deep red with a height of 0.5-2.5 feet. Prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil. Its low-maintenance and long blooming period, from late spring to early summer, make it ideal for borders, beds, and as a cut flower in arrangements. Hardy in zones 3-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–10Type BiennialClimate Mediterranean
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — it is known for its prolific blooming and ease of care; they are excellent choices for borders, image 67

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Biennial
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — it is known for its prolific blooming and ease of care; they are excellent choices for borders, image 95
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil; they are excellent choices for borders, image 115
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — fertile soil and thrive in full sunlight but can tolerate partial shade; will keep Sweet William looking its, image 128
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — consider its ability to provide eye-catching color and pleasing fragrance along pathways; its low-maintenance and long
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — creating a striking backdrop for the clusters of small flowers; it is known for its prolific blooming and ease, image 126
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — creating a striking backdrop for the clusters of small flowers; it is known for its prolific blooming and ease of care
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — consider its ability to provide eye-catching color and pleasing fragrance along pathways; its low-maintenance, image 77
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — A member of the Caryophyllaceae family
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — especially during dry spells; will keep Sweet William looking its best, image 136
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — they are excellent choices for borders; it is known for its prolific blooming and ease of care, image 102
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — creating a lush mound of foliage and blooms; will keep Sweet William looking its best, image 124
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — especially during dry spells
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is a cherished perennial that brings vibrant color and a sweet; will keep, image 92
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — which come in an array of colors including red; they are excellent choices for borders, image 127
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — creating a lush mound of foliage and blooms; will keep Sweet William looking its best
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — it is known for its prolific blooming and ease of care; they are excellent choices for borders, image 123
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — and as a charming addition to a cottage garden; they are excellent choices for borders
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is a cherished perennial that brings vibrant color and a sweet
Sweet Williams (Dianthus Barbatus) — biennial with multi-colored and pink and red and white blooms; they are excellent choices for borders
Dianthus Barbatus
Dianthus Barbatus
Dianthus Barbatus
Dianthus Barbatus
Dianthus Barbatus
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