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Sweet William Seeds - Albus

Snow-white, fragrant florets are long-lasting in the vase

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Edible
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Dianthus barbatus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Biennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 20 inches

COLOR

  • White

Perfect for the cutting garden, the crisp white umbels of Albus Sweet William stand on long, sturdy stems. Once cut, the blooms are long lasting and easily included in a variety of arrangement styles. But, if you prefer to enjoy blooms in their natural garden setting, Sweet William makes a lovely addition to any garden.

  • Biennial; Fragrant and easy to grow
  • Long lasting blooms, popular cut flower
  • Adaptable to sun and partial shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring
  • Summer

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/16 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 635 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 31,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Sweet William Planting Guide to learn more.

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Sweet William Seeds - Albus

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Sweet William Seeds - Albus FAQs

What is Albus Sweet William also known as?

Albus Sweet William is also known as Dianthus.

Is Albus Sweet William resistant to animals or disease?

Albus Sweet William is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Albus Sweet William?

Albus Sweet William is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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