Dianthus Barbatus (Barbienne Salmon) Sweet William Pink

Grow Stunning Intense Salmon Pink Blooms with Dianthus Barbatus (Barbienne Salmon) Sweet William Seeds

Introducing the brand new and truly stunning Dianthus Barbatus (Barbienne Salmon) Sweet William, a must-have in a favorite and hard-to-find intense salmon pink color. Thanks to superior breeding, this variety boasts extra-long, sturdy stems and exceptionally large and dense flower umbels, making it a standout in any garden. Reaching a height of approximately 2½ft (80cm), ‘Barbienne Salmon’ is a modern take on a classic favorite.

Unusual and Vibrant Salmon Pink Flowers

The intense salmon pink hue of ‘Barbienne Salmon’ is both unusual and highly desirable, offering a vibrant and eye-catching color to your garden. The large and dense clusters of these sweetly scented flowers create a beautiful display in borders and make them particularly attractive as cut flowers.

Superior Breeding for Strong Growth and Abundant Blooms

The superior breeding of ‘Barbienne Salmon’ ensures not only a unique color but also robust plant characteristics. Expect extra-long, sturdy stems that are excellent for cutting and large, dense flower umbels that provide a profusion of blooms over a long period.

Easy-to-Grow Cottage Garden Favorite

No traditional cottage garden would be complete without Sweet Williams, and ‘Barbienne Salmon’ is an easy-to-grow addition. Known for their sweet fragrance and beauty in the border, they are also one of the most attractive cut flowers. While technically a short-lived perennial, Sweet Williams can be successfully grown as an annual or biennial. For a low-maintenance approach, simply sow thinly in a small patch of unused garden, cover lightly (about ¼ inch deep), and enjoy the resulting blooms for cutting in about 12 months.

Germination and Growing Instructions

Germination: Sow indoors. Surface sow the seeds onto moist, well-drained seed compost. Cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Maintain a temperature of 18-20°C. Do not exclude light, as it aids germination. Germination typically takes 14-30 days. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into 8cm pots. Grow them on in cooler conditions. Acclimatize the young plants to outdoor conditions and plant them out when the weather has cooled, with a spacing of 30cm (12 inches).

Growing: Plant in rich, light, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun. Ensure good drainage, as Sweet Williams do not tolerate wet soil in winter. To extend flowering and maintain plant vigor, deadhead spent blooms regularly. Propagation can be done via cuttings to maintain specific plants in your garden.

• Flower Color: Intense salmon pink
• Flower Characteristics: Sweet-scented, large, and dense umbels
• Plant Height: Approximately 80cm (2½ft)
• Lifecycle: Short-lived Perennial (can be grown as Annual or Biennial)
• Sowing: Indoors, surface sow, cover lightly with vermiculite
• Light for Germination: Required
• Germination Time: 14-30 days
• Soil Preference: Rich, light, well-drained
• Light Preference: Full sun
• Deadheading: To extend the flowering