Sweet Black Cherry – Dianthus Seed

Description

The Sweet Black Cherry Dianthus is an exquisite variety known for its deep, rich, and velvety dark red flowers that almost appear black, adding a dramatic and luxurious touch to any garden or floral arrangement. This hybrid is an outstanding performer, offering long-lasting blooms with a delightful fragrance, perfect for both garden landscapes and cut flower use. With its robust growth, vibrant color, and appealing scent, the Sweet Black Cherry Dianthus is a must-have for gardeners looking to create a striking visual effect.

Features:

Rich Dark Red Blooms: The Sweet Black Cherry Dianthus showcases deep, dark red flowers with a unique blackish hue, giving it an elegant and mysterious appeal that’s perfect for any garden or floral display.

Fragrant Flowers: The flowers emit a delightful, sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, while also providing a pleasant scent for gardens and bouquets.

F1 Hybrid for Consistency: As an F1 hybrid, this variety guarantees uniform growth, high-quality blooms, and improved resilience. Its strong stems and vibrant flowers ensure a long-lasting and consistent display.

Versatile Use: Whether in garden beds, containers, or hanging baskets, Sweet Black Cherry Dianthus thrives in various settings, making it suitable for diverse landscaping needs. It's also perfect for cutting and using in floral arrangements.

Long-Lasting Blooms: This Dianthus variety is known for its extended blooming period, producing flowers from spring to summer. The flowers remain fresh for a long time, even after being cut for arrangements.

Pollinator-Friendly: The sweet scent and vibrant color of the flowers attract pollinators, benefiting your garden’s ecosystem and supporting biodiversity.

Specifications:

Plant Height: Grows to a height of 10-12 inches, making it perfect for borders, container planting, or edging.

Bloom Time: Blooms from spring to early summer, producing vibrant, long-lasting flowers throughout the season.

Sun Requirements: Prefers full sun for optimal growth, but can tolerate partial shade. A minimum of 6 hours of sunlight per day is recommended.

Soil Preferences: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).

Water Needs: Requires moderate watering, especially during dry spells. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot, and ensure the soil has proper drainage.

Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or directly outdoors once the threat of frost has passed.

Spacing: Space plants about 10-12 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and ample space for each plant to thrive.

The Sweet Black Cherry Dianthus is a striking and fragrant variety that adds a touch of drama and elegance to any garden. Whether used in borders, containers, or as a cut flower, it’s sure to create a lasting impression with its deep, dark blooms, fragrance, and easy-to-grow nature. Perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners, it offers beautiful results with minimal effort.