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Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Dianthus barbatus |
|---|---|
| Colour | White, bi-colour berry colours, burgundy. |
| Days To Maturity | 100 days |
| Seeds Per Packet | 25 |
| Sowing Time | March - September |
| Life Cycle | Tender perrennial |
Price
ZAR65.00
Dianthus Sweet Mix
High quality, cool season scented flowers. Beautiful cluster flowers on long, strong stems in vivid colours.
| Colour |
White, bi-colour berry colours, burgundy.
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|---|---|
| Scientific Name |
Dianthus barbatus
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| Height |
40cm - 90cm
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| Days To Maturity |
100 days
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| Life Cycle |
Tender perrennial
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| Light Preferences |
Sun
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| Sowing Time |
March - September
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| Days To Germination |
7 - 14 days
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| Planting Space |
15cm - 30cm
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| Planting Tip |
Sow seeds in germination trays, lightly covering with growing medium. Keep moist at all times. Plant out after 6 weeks
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| Pinch |
Pinching is not necessary
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| Seeds Per Packet |
25
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| Uses |
Excellent commercial cut flower and a lovely bedding plant.
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| Netting |
No plant netting needed
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| Harvesting Tips |
Harvest when the first 2 to 3 small flowers that make up the flower head are open, early in the morning or early evening, when temperatures are cool and the stalks are filled with water
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| Germination |
Easy
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