Buy Dianthus barbatus 'Black Adder'

Also Known As

Black Adder Sweet William

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

4a-9b

3 inch pot | $11

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Dianthus barbatus 'Black Adder' plant details

Dianthus barbatus 'Black Adder' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with burgundy and purple foliage. In summer black and burgundy flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianthus barbatus 'Black Adder'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen burgundy and purple
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: black and burgundy blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianthus barbatus 'Black Adder'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deep burgundy, almost black flowers against purple leaves are dramatic in any garden setting! Low maintenance, cottage garden perennial with lax stems to about 12” tall and mounding out to 12” wide…attracts pollinators with blooms spring to summer, lightly fragrant. Sun to part shade, average garden soil, water when dry. Tends be short lived but reseeds itself and seedlings are true to its parent. Deer resistant. Nice in arrangements.