{"product_id":"sweet-william-messenger-seeds","title":"Sweet William Messenger Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"37\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"37\"\u003eSweet William Messenger Mix Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"361\"\u003eSweet William \u003cstrong data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eMessenger Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful early flowering mix producing an outstanding range of colourful blooms with a rich, sweet fragrance. The flowers are carried on long, sturdy stems, making this variety perfect for adding colour and scent to early summer borders as well as for cutting and floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eThis hardy biennial creates elegant displays in the garden and produces masses of blooms in a wide mix of shades. 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Sow thinly and cover lightly with fine compost or soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eGermination usually takes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e1–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant to their final flowering positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eGrow in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003esunny or partially shaded position\u003c\/strong\u003e with fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants adequately to allow good airflow and healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eFlowers will appear the following year, producing strong stems and colourful blooms through early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eWater during prolonged dry spells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eCut flowers regularly for indoor displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eApply a light feed during active growth for best flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eIs Sweet William Messenger Mix fragrant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eYes, the flowers are highly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003esweetly scented\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eCan the flowers be cut for bouquets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eYes, the long stems make them excellent for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003ecut flower arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eIs it annual or perennial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003ehardy biennial\u003c\/strong\u003e, flowering in its second year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eDoes it attract pollinators?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eYes, Sweet William flowers are attractive to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003ebees and beneficial insects\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eCottage garden borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eFragrant planting schemes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003ePollinator-friendly gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eTraditional summer displays\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JustSeed","offers":[{"title":"750 Seeds","offer_id":58103267787136,"sku":"8CA-A43-4D4","price":1.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3750 Seeds","offer_id":58103267819904,"sku":"F48-B9E-28F","price":5.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1109\/3566\/products\/dreamstime_m_36884212.jpg?v=1681333772","url":"https:\/\/justseed.com\/products\/sweet-william-messenger-seeds","provider":"JustSeed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}