Sweet William Scarlet Beauty Seeds.

Sweet William Scarlet Beauty Seed. – Irish Plants Direct

 

A bold and vibrant biennial producing clusters of rich scarlet red blooms with a sweet fragrance.

 

Sweet William Scarlet Beauty is prized for its intense colour and traditional charm, making it a striking addition to cottage gardens, borders, and cutting.

 

The nectar-rich flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies, adding ecological value and seasonal brilliance.

 

This hardy biennial thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Flowering in the second year after sowing, it provides a reliable display from early summer through midsummer.

 

Perfect for pollinator-friendly schemes, decorative planting, and cut flower arrangements.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams.

 

Sow March to June outdoors or September to October for overwintering.

Germination 7 to 14 days at 16 to 18°C.

Soil and Position Fertile well-drained soil in full sun.

Height/Spread 40 to 60 cm tall, 25 to 35 cm spread.

Flowering May to July in the second year.

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly in trays or directly outdoors in prepared seed beds. Cover lightly with fine soil and keep moist until germination. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant to individual pots or thin in situ. Plant out in autumn or spring, spacing 25 to 30 cm apart. For overwinter sowings, provide protection in a cold frame until conditions improve.

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry periods and feed lightly with a balanced fertiliser to encourage strong growth. Remove spent flower heads to tidy plants and prolong the display. Sweet William thrives in sunny borders and is excellent for cutting, with blooms lasting well in arrangements.

 

Uses and Benefits

Clusters of rich scarlet-red blooms.

Fragrant flowers attractive to bees and butterflies.

Hardy biennial for borders and cutting.

Perfect for cottage gardens and pollinator-friendly planting.

Adds vibrant colour and traditional charm to summer displays.

 

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