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DIANTHUS - BLACK SWEET WILLIAM dianthus barbatus eschberg The botanical name means "divine bearded flower." Not surprising that they are a favourite of the swallowtail butterfly. Large heads of carnation- scented flowers of the deepest violet purple (almost black) rise up from leafy mounds. Long lasting as cut flowers. Type: Biennial Zone: 4 -7 Light: sun Soil: tolerates poor,dry soil Spacing: 25 cm Height: to 50cm Season: early summer Propagation: Direct seed after frost danger. OR Sow indoors 8 weeks before last frost. Germinate @ 22C. Lightly cover seed. Set out after frost danger. SEED COUNT: Approx. 500 |
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