Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Dianthus barbatus (sweet william)





Dianthus barbatus (sweet william) is a species of Dianthus native to southern Europe and parts of Asia which has become a popular ornamental garden plant. It is a herbaceous biennial or short-lived perennial plant growing to 30–75 cm tall, with flowers in a dense cluster of up to 30 at the top of the stems. Each flower is 2–3 cm diameter with five petals displaying serrated edges. Wild plants produce red flowers with a white base, but colours in cultivars range from white, pink, red, and purple or with variegated patterns.

http://floralfridayfoto.blogspot.co.nz

1 comment:

Melbourne Australia Photos said...

Such a brilliant red, Ann!
Thanks for participating in Floral Friday Fotos.