Dianthus Seeds,
Hollandia Purple Crown
Description
A gorgeous cottage garden flower with burgundy, lavender, and cream-colored, edible blooms. Gorgeous puffs of subtle colors are super attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies. A reliable cut flower and charming addition to the landscape. High-end chefs love to use this variety for garnishing and edible flower use.
Growing Tips: Perennial in zones 7-10, annual elsewhere. Sow seed indoors in early spring and keep moist. Room temperature is best. Can sow seeds outside from spring to fall for bloom the next year.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name
- Dianthus barbatus
- Sun Requirement
- Full sun
- Days to Germinate
- 7–14
- Days to Maturity
- 70–98
- Planting Depth
- ⅛ in.
- Plant Spacing
- 6–8 in.
- Ideal Temperature
- 65–75°F
- Frost Hardy
- Yes
When to Grow
FAQ
Are the blooms of Hollandia Purple Crown edible?
Yes, the burgundy, lavender, and cream-colored blooms are edible, and high-end chefs love to use this variety for garnishing and edible flower use.
Will this dianthus come back year after year?
It is perennial in zones 7-10 and grown as an annual elsewhere. Seed sown outdoors from spring to fall will bloom the following year.
Does it work as a cut flower?
It is a reliable cut flower and a charming addition to the landscape. The gorgeous puffs of subtle color are also super attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.
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