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Features
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Native
Europe, Asia
Life Cycle
Biennial
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Flower Color
Mixed
Bloom Season
Spring to early summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Cut Flower
- Edible Flower
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About More Flowers
Dianthus barbatus
½" white, pink, rose, red, purplish, bi-colored flowers in densely packet flattened heads (3"–5" diameter).
Planting More Flowers
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Hardiness Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
¼"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 12" |
| Thinning | When ½" tall, thin to 1 every 12" |
| Germination | 5–10 days |
| Start Indoors | 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Sow up until early summer for bloom the following year. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 68°–72°F. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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9 reviews
- Linda M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/18/25Smells so good!
I had a hard time getting this to bloom over the years so I put it in a pot and set it under a lilac tree. It only gets morning sun. Is doing great!
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests10/21/25Hey Linda,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. "Smells so good!" is exactly what we love to hear about Double Blend Sweet William Seeds - and what a brilliant gardening solution you discovered by moving it to that perfect spot under your lilac tree with just morning sun!
Sometimes it takes a little experimentation to find that sweet spot where plants truly thrive, and your container gardening success story is such a great reminder that the right location can make all the difference for getting those beautiful, fragrant blooms we all love Sweet William for!
Your problem-solving approach and morning sun success will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover just how rewarding and adaptable Double Blend Sweet William Seeds can be for creating those gorgeous, aromatic displays!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Shannon C.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/15/25BEST Sweet William!
I absolutely LOVE this variety of Sweet William! I grow them every year to add to my garden, as they are biennial. They bloom in their second year, in the spring; and they are the most beautiful, mophead flowers! Almost like a hydrangea. They are show stoppers. I have a video all about this specific variety of Sweet William on YouTube, just look up Grow Roots.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/15/25Hey Shannon,
Thank you so much for this fantastic 5-star review! "BEST Sweet William!" and "absolutely LOVE" is exactly what we love to hear about Double Blend Sweet William Seeds - and that comparison to hydrangea mopheads perfectly captures just how stunning these blooms can be! It's awesome that you've created a whole YouTube video about this specific variety.
We love that you're such a dedicated Sweet William enthusiast who grows them every year. Your photos are gorgeous! We can't thank you enough for sharing them.
Your annual growing success and YouTube content will be so inspiring for other gardeners who want to discover the beauty of biennial gardening and experience just how rewarding and spectacular Double Blend Sweet William Seeds can be for creating those unforgettable spring garden moments!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Amy D.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/16/25Vigorous growers
I started a flat in late July for fall planting in zone 7. They’re vigorous, healthy and had great germination. I planted them in beds 2 weeks ago and they continue to take off. I can’t wait to see them bloom next spring.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests9/16/25Hey Amy D.,
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts!
It's so exciting that your Double Blend Sweet Williams are already taking off so well just two weeks after transplanting - that's exactly the kind of strong establishment you want to see going into their first winter. These hardy little plants are going to have plenty of time to develop robust root systems before the cold sets in. We hope you'll let us know how it goes!
Thank you so much for sharing your growing experience and for giving us a peek into your successful fall planting strategy. Other zone 7 gardeners will find your timing and approach so helpful!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Nas J.Rated 5 out of 5 stars4/20/245 Stars
Beautiful flowers! 1st time growing. Started from seed indoors and planted out in the late fall! Zone8
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - KerriVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/11/235 Stars
Love the early spring colors!