Dianthus barbatus ‘Dark Beauty Late’

Growing some 60 to 70cm tall with large dark red flowers they will make wonderful cut flowers. Best sown in individual small pots during late winter or early spring or direct sow mid-spring. Flowering starts mid to late summer. When to sow: Late winter or early spring Where to sow: Direct sow or in pots Depth to sow: 6-8 mm Aspect: Full sun or as sunny a spot as possible. Soil: Prepared, well drained, fertilised soil. Spacing: Between plants: 20-30cm Directions: Plant seed in situ or in pots during late winter or early spring for flowering the following spring. This strain flowers for a good three months and makes an excellent cut flower. Height 60cm width 30cm. 50 seeds for $5.25