Also comes in a variety of white with pinks, reds, purples, etc. Plant Sweet William directly into the garden from seeds or transplanted seedlings and rooted cuttings. For the best results, plant the flowers where they will receive full sun. They can tolerate some shade but need full sun to be the most productive so it's important to plant them where they will not be overshadowed by taller plants and flowers. Plant in a good rich soil that has ample drainage and will keep the roots moist but not do not over water. These flowers are susceptible to root rot if they get too much water. During dry periods, water the plants at least once a week. These flowers grow in clusters in colors of red, white, purple, red, pink and range in height from 8 to 18 inches. They also do well being grown in containers and pots. Sow seeds directly into the ground after the last frost of the season when the ground will be easy to cultivate and there's no longer any chance the seeds will be affected by inclement weather. Cover the seeds with about 1/8inch of rich soil that can be a mixture of potting soil, ground soil and fertilizer. When first planting seeds or transplanting seedlings or cuttings, add a good quality fertilizer to provide the nutrients needed to grow healthy plants and continue with a feeding regimen at least once a month.
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Blight is a general term for a variety of diseases that cause leaves to turn brown and die. It may be caused by a variety of pathogens and may affect almost any plant. In some cases a blight will kill plants quickly (as in the devastating late blight), while in others it may simply result in disfigurement and slower growth.
