<i>Dianthus barbatus</i> 'Pink Magician' (Dart Series)

<i>Dianthus barbatus</i> 'Pink Magician' (Dart Series)

Dianthus barbatus 'Pink Magician' (Dart Series)

sweet william

(0)

Ideal for cottage-style planting, mixed borders, or cut flower arrangements, this cultivated variety offers both ornamental value in...

9cm pot

£7.99

sold out

1

Delivery options

Standard £5.99

Plant description

Ideal for cottage-style planting, mixed borders, or cut flower arrangements, this cultivated variety offers both ornamental value in the garden and practical use for floral displays.

Garden care:

Sweet Williams grow best in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in a sunny, open position with good air circulation. For pots or containers, use a good-quality peat-free multi-purpose compost mixed with a little grit to improve drainage. They dislike heavy, waterlogged ground, so choose an open, free-draining site for best results.

Once plants are established, apply a mulch to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds in plants that are in border settings. Water during dry spells, especially in free-draining soils or containers. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every 4-6 weeks through the growing season to encourage strong growth and plenty of blooms.

Cut flowers regularly for the vase, as this encourages more stems to develop, or deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering. In colder areas, protect young plants over winter with a light mulch or fleece.

Flowering period

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Plant features

Position

Full sun

Rate of growth

Average

Soil

Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost

Hardiness

Fully hardy

How to care for Dianthus barbatus Pink Magician (Dart Series):

Sweet Williams grow best in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in a sunny, open position with good air circulation. For pots or containers, use a good-quality peat-free multi-purpose compost mixed with a little grit to improve drainage. They dislike heavy, waterlogged ground, so choose an open, free-draining site for best results.

Once plants are established, apply a mulch to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds in plants that are in border settings. Water during dry spells, especially in free-draining soils or containers. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every 4-6 weeks through the growing season to encourage strong growth and plenty of blooms.

Cut flowers regularly for the vase, as this encourages more stems to develop, or deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering. In colder areas, protect young plants over winter with a light mulch or fleece.

Warning

Humans/Pets: Skin allergen

Reviews
Plant doctor
Crocus tips

June Week 1

If you do nothing else...water new plants. Make sure new additions do not suffer during dry spells. Plant up summer containers bedding once the threat of frosts has passed. Feed container plants about six weeks after planting. If it’s a nice day...trim he

Read full article

Plant up summer containers

After the last frost date, plant up containers with tender flowering bedding and reliable foliage plants. Line terracotta pots with polythene, taking care not to cover the planting holes, to reduce water loss through the porous sides of the pot.

Read full article

item added to your wheelbarrow item removed from your wheelbarrow
View wheelbarrow