Brighten up your garden with the charming and fragrant blooms of Dianthus, also known as Sweet William. This pack contains 10 premium seeds, ideal for adding a touch of elegance and vibrant color to your flower beds, borders, and containers.

Product Features:

• Premium Quality Seeds: Selected for high germination rates and vigorous growth.
• Vibrant Blooms: Produces clusters of colorful flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and purple, often with striking bi-color patterns.
• Fragrant Flowers: Sweetly scented blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
• Compact Growth: Forms neat, mounded clumps that are perfect for edging, borders, and mixed containers.
• Biennial/Perennial: Depending on the climate, Dianthus can be grown as a biennial or short-lived perennial.
• Long Blooming Period: Flowers from late spring to early summer, with potential for extended blooming in cooler climates.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for cut flower arrangements, cottage gardens, and as a charming ground cover.

Planting Instructions:

1. Soil Preparation: Choose a location with well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Dianthus prefers slightly alkaline to neutral soil.
2. Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or sow directly outdoors after the last frost. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and lightly press them in, covering with a thin layer of soil.
3. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days.
4. Spacing: Thin seedlings to about 6-12 inches apart to ensure proper growth and air circulation.

Growing Tips:

• Light Requirements: Dianthus thrives in full sun to partial shade, needing at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering once plants are established, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer monthly to promote healthy growth and abundant blooms.
• Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding.
• Pest Control: Monitor for common pests such as aphids and caterpillars. Treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary.

Special Notes:

• In colder climates, Dianthus can be grown as an annual or biennial. Mulch plants in winter for protection.
• Ideal for creating charming floral displays and adding a touch of old-fashioned beauty to your garden.

With Dianthus / Sweet William Flower Seeds, you can enjoy the beauty and fragrance of these delightful flowers in your garden. This pack of 20 seeds provides the opportunity to cultivate a stunning and aromatic floral display, attracting pollinators and enhancing your outdoor space.