Sweet William Flower Seeds for Planting Heirloom & Non-GMO Blooms for Borders and Cottage Gardens

Planting and Growing Instructions:

1. When to Plant:

• Sow seeds indoors 810 weeks before the last frost or direct sow outdoors in late spring to early summer.

• In most climates, Sweet William blooms in the second year as a biennial.

2. Starting Indoors:

• Sow seeds inch deep in moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.

• Keep temperature around 6570F (1821C).

• Provide bright light or place under grow lights.

• Germination occurs in 1015 days.

3. Transplanting:

• Harden off seedlings before transplanting outdoors.

• Space plants 812 inches apart in well-draining soil enriched with compost.

• Choose a location with full sun to partial shade.

4. Outdoor Care:

• Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

• Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering season.

• Light mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Allow some plants to reseed naturally for year-to-year color.