Dianthus barbatus 'Nigrescens'
syn. Dianthus barbatus 'Sooty'
(more or less the same as 'Darkest of All') An almost black Sweet William with very dark leaves. More upright so better as cut flower. Short-lived perennial, can treat as biennial 18"
| Hardiness: | Hardy |
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| Longevity: | Short lived perennial |
| Growing Condition: | Dry sun |
| Season: | Early summer |
| Good For: | Slug Resistant |
| Good For: | Rabbit Resistant |
| Good For: | Rockery |
| Good For: | Long Blooming |
| Good For: | Foliage |
| Good For: | Deer Resistant |
| Flower Colour: | Dark-red |
| Foliage Colour: | Purple |
| Germination: | Sow in spring, thinly and shallowly. Keep warm (60-70oF) till germinates, then cooler |
Seed
Sow June to bloom following June.
50 seeds per pack (approx).
Available as...
| Seed | Price: £3.00 per pack of 50* | Qty: | Add to Basket | ||
| Nursery Plant | Must be purchased direct from the nursery. | ||||
*Seed numbers are approximate.
