Sweet William, Black Adder (Dianthus Barbatus) - Perennials

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

3-9

Min. Temperature

−40°F (−40°C)

Soil type

Loam, Well drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Alkaline

Sweet William, Black Adder

Dianthus Barbatus

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 3-9
Min. Temperature: −40°F (−40°C)
Soil type: Loam, Well drained
Soil pH: Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height12-16 inches

Mature spread6-10 inches

Plant typePerennials

Bloom seasonSummer

Foliage typeSemi evergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Pet safe❌Toxic

Deer resistant❌No

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Sweet William, Black Adder (Dianthus Barbatus) - Perennials

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