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Genus: Dianthus Species: barbatus Common Name: Sweet William Family: Caryophyllaceae Order: Caryophyllales Native: Pyrenees, Carpathians and Balkans Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1 to 2 feet Width: 0.5 to 1 foot Flowering Season: Spring to Summer Flower Color: Purple, pink, red, white or bicolor Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-9 Note: This short-lived perennial is primarily grown as a biennial. It is suitable for borders, beds, and containers. Monitor plant for snails, slugs, rust, and crown rot. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, organic-rich soil.