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.
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Such a brilliant red, Ann!
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