Dianthus Seeds,
Flora Pearl Appleblossom
Description
(Dianthus barbatus). This delightful dianthus captures the essence of an apple orchard in full bloom. The blushed pinks and creamy whites perfectly mirror the delicate charm of the apple blossom. Compact 12-inch plants produce an abundance of generously sized, feathery, frilly, double-petaled pastel blooms that cluster together to provide intense bursts of color and dreamy spiced aromas. Perfect for the vase due to its longevity and seductive smell; even a small bunch will perfume a room with sweet, fragrant notes. A hardy short-lived perennial, it will bloom year after year in USDA zones 3-9. These charming blooms, also known as Sweet Williams, are a cottage garden classic. The earliest records of the dianthus were in 1598 by John Gerard, an English herbalist from London. The plants originated in southern Europe and have a history of being cultivated by Carthusian Monks for their medicinal properties as early as 1100.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name
- Dianthus barbatus
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Days to Germinate
- 7–10
- Days to Maturity
- 90–100
- Planting Depth
- ⅛ in.
- Plant Spacing
- 10–12 in.
- Ideal Temperature
- 65–70°F
- Frost Hardy
- Yes
When to Grow
FAQ
How large are Appleblossom plants?
They stay compact at about 12 inches, and should be spaced 10 to 12 inches apart in full sun. They produce an abundance of generously sized, feathery, frilly, double-petaled pastel blooms in blushed pink and creamy white.
Is Appleblossom the same thing as Sweet William?
Yes. Dianthus barbatus is also known as Sweet William, a cottage garden classic. The earliest records of the dianthus were in 1598 by John Gerard, an English herbalist from London, and the plants originated in southern Europe.
Do they hold up as a cut flower?
They are perfect for the vase thanks to their longevity and their dreamy spiced aroma — even a small bunch will perfume a room with sweet, fragrant notes.
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