Sweet William Seeds – Dunetti

About the Variety

Dunetti blooms with a cluster of deep, crimson red flowers atop a long, sturdy stem–perfect for cutting!

This beautiful biennial, or short lived perennial, is a lovely example of the diversity of popular garden flowers, Dianthus. Easy to grow in full sun or partial shade, Sweet William is adaptable to a variety of soil types.

Key Features

Frost Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Prefers Lean Soil, Container Friendly, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Fragrant, Fast Growing, Easy to Grow, Perfect for Cut Flowers, Perfect for Borders, Perfect for Dried Flowers, Perfect for Xeriscaping, Edible, Deer Resistant, Rodent Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

Planting Information

Planting Guide

When to Plant

Sweet Williams are biennials and can be planted in late Spring after danger of frost has passed or Fall. You will get blooms during the second year after planting.

Where to Plant

Sweet Williams do best in 4-5 hours of full sun each day. They can be directly sown or started indoors. Plant in well-draining soil that is slightly alkaline (pH 6.75).

How to Plant

Sweet William seeds require light to germinate, so be careful not to cover them when planting. Learn more about germination light requirements here. Place seeds 1/8″ under soil ideally 6″ apart. You can plant them closer together so long as the seeds are not overwatered. If transplanting, make sure the hole is twice as big for the root system. Make sure that only the roots are covered with the new soil. If started indoors, they can be easily transplanted after 6 weeks growth.

How to Care for

They do not need a lot of water- except in hot months. Soaker hoses are best. Do not over water as this can cause yellow foliage.