Edible Flowers : Dianthus barbatus Summer Sundae

Hardy Annual

• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Bedding, Borders, Cottage Gardens, Patios, Rockeries
• Special Features : Edible Flowers, Scented
• Height : 24 inches

Description

This exclusive blend has been specially selected to flower in the first year from seed, a completely new and exciting concept for Sweet Williams. A fantastic mixture of lightly fragrant blooms to brighten up bedding and cottage gardens.

Height: 45-60cm (18-24in).

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Sowing Instructions

Sow February to April. Germinate at 18-20C (64-68F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Do not cover the seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.

Aftercare

Prefers a rich, well drained soil in full sun.