Sweet William Seeds - Albus
Estimated delivery between February 10 and February 13.
The Sweet William Albus is a striking variety of Sweet William known for its pure white, fragrant blooms. This classic variety adds elegance to any garden with its simple yet beautiful flowers that create a stunning contrast against its dark green foliage. Albus is perfect for borders, mixed beds, and containers, where it can be appreciated for both its visual appeal and sweet fragrance. Ideal for attracting pollinators, this variety is a great choice for gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with fragrant, long-lasting blooms.
Key Benefits
Pure White Blooms: Features crisp white flowers that create a timeless, elegant look.
Fragrant Flowers: Emits a sweet, clove-like fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies.
Compact Growth: A neat, bushy plant ideal for small spaces, containers, and mixed borders.
Pollinator-Friendly: Its fragrant blooms draw pollinators, making it a perfect addition to pollinator gardens.
Long Blooming Period: Blooms from late spring to early summer, providing lasting color in the garden.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Pure white, clove-scented flowers with a ruffled, frilled appearance.
- Bloom Period: Produces blooms from late spring through early summer.
- Growth Habit: Compact, bushy growth habit that reaches about 8–12 inches in height.
- Size: Typically grows to 8–12 inches tall with a spread of 8–10 inches, making it ideal for smaller gardens.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or sow outdoors once the soil is warm and the threat of frost has passed.
- Ideal Temperature: Best germinated at temperatures between 60°F–70°F (16°C–21°C).
Planting Details
- Seed Depth: Plant seeds about 1/8 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile, loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
- Sunlight: Grows best in full sun but can tolerate light shade in warmer climates.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply about once a week, especially during dry periods.
- Ensure that containers have good drainage to prevent water accumulation.
Fertilization
- Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Pruning and Deadheading
- Regularly deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent seed formation.
- Trim back any leggy growth to maintain a neat appearance.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Sweet William Albus may attract aphids and slugs. Organic pest control methods like insecticidal soap or neem oil can be used.
- Diseases: This variety is relatively disease-resistant but should be spaced well to prevent fungal issues. Practice crop rotation and proper garden hygiene to avoid disease.
Harvesting
- Fresh Flowers: Cut flowers when they are fully open for use in fresh floral arrangements.
- Dried Flowers: For dried arrangements, cut the flowers when they are fully bloomed, then hang upside down in a dry, cool area.
Storage
- Fresh Flowers: Store cut flowers in water in a cool, dark place to prolong their vase life.
- Dried Flowers: Store dried flowers in a cool, dry, dark space away from sunlight to preserve their color and shape.
- Seeds: Collect seeds after the flowers have finished blooming and store them in a cool, dry place for the next planting season.
Culinary and Practical Uses
- Ornamental: Perfect for adding fragrance and color to garden borders, containers, or as a cut flower in arrangements.
- Pollinator Gardens: Its sweet fragrance attracts pollinators, making it an excellent addition to a pollinator-friendly garden.
Conclusion
The Sweet William Albus is an elegant and fragrant variety that adds a touch of grace to any garden. With its pure white blooms, sweet fragrance, and compact growth habit, it’s an ideal choice for small spaces, containers, and pollinator gardens. Whether used as a border plant or as a cut flower in arrangements, this variety offers lasting beauty and attracts beneficial insects to your garden. Its long bloom period ensures it will remain a highlight of your garden throughout the season, making it a must-have for any garden enthusiast.
Dharaseeds
Sweet William Seeds - Albus
Estimated delivery between February 10 and February 13.
The Sweet William Albus is a striking variety of Sweet William known for its pure white, fragrant blooms. This classic variety adds elegance to any garden with its simple yet beautiful flowers that create a stunning contrast against its dark green foliage. Albus is perfect for borders, mixed beds, and containers, where it can be appreciated for both its visual appeal and sweet fragrance. Ideal for attracting pollinators, this variety is a great choice for gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with fragrant, long-lasting blooms.
Key Benefits
Pure White Blooms: Features crisp white flowers that create a timeless, elegant look.
Fragrant Flowers: Emits a sweet, clove-like fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies.
Compact Growth: A neat, bushy plant ideal for small spaces, containers, and mixed borders.
Pollinator-Friendly: Its fragrant blooms draw pollinators, making it a perfect addition to pollinator gardens.
Long Blooming Period: Blooms from late spring to early summer, providing lasting color in the garden.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Pure white, clove-scented flowers with a ruffled, frilled appearance.
- Bloom Period: Produces blooms from late spring through early summer.
- Growth Habit: Compact, bushy growth habit that reaches about 8–12 inches in height.
- Size: Typically grows to 8–12 inches tall with a spread of 8–10 inches, making it ideal for smaller gardens.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or sow outdoors once the soil is warm and the threat of frost has passed.
- Ideal Temperature: Best germinated at temperatures between 60°F–70°F (16°C–21°C).
Planting Details
- Seed Depth: Plant seeds about 1/8 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile, loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
- Sunlight: Grows best in full sun but can tolerate light shade in warmer climates.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply about once a week, especially during dry periods.
- Ensure that containers have good drainage to prevent water accumulation.
Fertilization
- Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Pruning and Deadheading
- Regularly deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent seed formation.
- Trim back any leggy growth to maintain a neat appearance.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Sweet William Albus may attract aphids and slugs. Organic pest control methods like insecticidal soap or neem oil can be used.
- Diseases: This variety is relatively disease-resistant but should be spaced well to prevent fungal issues. Practice crop rotation and proper garden hygiene to avoid disease.
Harvesting
- Fresh Flowers: Cut flowers when they are fully open for use in fresh floral arrangements.
- Dried Flowers: For dried arrangements, cut the flowers when they are fully bloomed, then hang upside down in a dry, cool area.
Storage
- Fresh Flowers: Store cut flowers in water in a cool, dark place to prolong their vase life.
- Dried Flowers: Store dried flowers in a cool, dry, dark space away from sunlight to preserve their color and shape.
- Seeds: Collect seeds after the flowers have finished blooming and store them in a cool, dry place for the next planting season.
Culinary and Practical Uses
- Ornamental: Perfect for adding fragrance and color to garden borders, containers, or as a cut flower in arrangements.
- Pollinator Gardens: Its sweet fragrance attracts pollinators, making it an excellent addition to a pollinator-friendly garden.
Conclusion
The Sweet William Albus is an elegant and fragrant variety that adds a touch of grace to any garden. With its pure white blooms, sweet fragrance, and compact growth habit, it’s an ideal choice for small spaces, containers, and pollinator gardens. Whether used as a border plant or as a cut flower in arrangements, this variety offers lasting beauty and attracts beneficial insects to your garden. Its long bloom period ensures it will remain a highlight of your garden throughout the season, making it a must-have for any garden enthusiast.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.