Approx 900 Seeds per gram

Dianthus barbatus ‘Pinocchio’ is a compact, dwarf form of Sweet William grown for its bright, fragrant flower clusters and neat edging habit. It’s a popular cottage-garden and bedding plant.

Key details

• Common name: Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’
• Plant type: Biennial or short-lived perennial
• Height: Usually 15–25 cm (6–10 in)
• Spread: Around 20–30 cm
• Flowers: Dense clusters in shades of pink, red, crimson, white, and bicolors
• Fragrance: Light clove-like scent
• Bloom time: Late spring to midsummer

Growing conditions

• Sun: Full sun preferred; tolerates light partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water: Moderate; avoid waterlogged soil
• Hardiness: Generally hardy in much of the UK

Garden uses

• Borders and edging
• Cottage gardens
• Pollinator-friendly planting
• Containers and patio pots
• Cut flowers

Care tips

• Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering.
• Sow seed indoors in late winter/spring or outdoors in late spring.
• Good airflow helps prevent mildew.
• Replace plants every few years if flowering declines.

Companion plants

It pairs well with:

• Lavandula angustifolia
• Campanula
• Salvia nemorosa
• Alchemilla mollis