Dianthus barbatus 'Pink Beauty'

Sowing method: June-August. Seeds germinate quickly, keep evenly moist (not wet) at ± 20°C. Lightly cover the seeds, place a cloth or fleece over them. Remove covering immediately after emergence.

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Sowing/planting time:

• June
• July
• August

Harvesting time:

• May
• June

Soil type:

• All soil types

Cultivation location:

• Indoors
• Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

• Sun

• Flower colour: Pink
• Origin: Europe
• Average growth height: 30 to 60 cm
• Annual or perennial: Biennial
• Attractive to insects: Bees
• Winter hardy: Moderately frost hardy
• Ease of cultivation: Easy

• Latin: Dianthus barbatus
• Dutch: Sweet William
• Also known as: Peasants' Prides
• English: Sweet William

• All year round