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Sweet William Seeds - Dunetti

This crimson heirloom biennial is a coveted cut flower

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About the Variety

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

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 20 inches

COLOR

  • Black
  • Red

Dunetti blooms with a cluster of deep, crimson red flowers atop a long, sturdy stem--perfect for cutting!

This beautiful Biennial, or short lived Perennial, is a lovely example of the diversity of popular garden flowers, Dianthus. Easy to grow in full sun or partial shade, Sweet William is adaptable to a variety of soil types.

  • Biennial; Deep red, beautiful blooms
  • Easy to grow; Summer blooming
  • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring
  • Summer

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

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 381 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 18,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 72,000 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Sweet William Planting Guide to learn more.

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Sweet William Seeds - Dunetti

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Sweet William Seeds - Dunetti FAQs

What is Dunetti Sweet William also known as?

Dunetti Sweet William is also known as Dianthus.

Is Dunetti Sweet William resistant to animals or disease?

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

What type of seed is Dunetti Sweet William?

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

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