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Sweet William
Dianthus barbatus
Please read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment, or use in children, seek advice before use.
This plant has very limited documentation regarding traditional internal use; it is best reserved for ornamental, aromatic, or decorative purposes. Do not ingest the flowers or parts of the plant without professional advice, in the absence of reliable data on its food safety. As with many garden flowers, a risk of contact or respiratory allergy cannot be excluded in sensitive individuals.
Potpourri / Scented sachet — Dried flowers
Dried flower sachet
The flowers are gathered at full bloom and then dried away from light, spread on a cloth in a dry, well-ventilated area. Once dried, they are placed in small fabric sachets to gently perfume wardrobes and drawers. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or a recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Where to find it
Obtaining the plant
Sweet William can be found in cottage gardens, at nurseries offering traditional perennial flowers, and sometimes as seeds from specialized suppliers of heritage garden flowers.
Harvest season
When to harvest it
The flowers are best harvested in late spring and summer, during full bloom, in dry weather.
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