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Sweet William
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Free flowering relative of carnations and dianthus, dainty Sweet Williams are compact bushy plants with masses of small flowers with a faint fragrance. They like a moderately fertile soil and should be protected from frost. Regular feeding and pruning will encourage further blooms.
Timing:
Plant all year round to flower in 8-16 weeks depending on the weather.
Positioning:
Full sun.
Height:
15cm; tall varieties will grow to 30-40cm.
Planting Distance:
10-15cm.
Colour:
Shades of mauve, pink, and red with white markings.
Use:
Bedding and edging, rockeries, containers.
