Holborn Glory sweet william
Dianthus barbatus 'Holborn Glory'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Holborn Glory' sweet William (Dianthus barbatus 'Holborn Glory') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. The fragrant blooms attract butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It forms a dense clump that grows 12 to 24 inches tall.
Pairs well with Purple cranesbill, Lamb’s ear, and Alina rose.