Dianthus barbatus Tall Single Auricula Eyed Mixture – Classic and colorful cut flowers for professional cultivation

The Dianthus barbatus Tall Single Auricula Eyed Mixture is a premium variety within the Sweet William family, specially selected for professional cut flower production. This cultivar is known for its single flowers with a contrasting "eye" in the center, adding a striking and decorative accent to any bouquet. The Auricula Eyed Mixture combines multiple colors, ranging from white and red to pink and burgundy, with a distinct eye in the center, creating a classic and attractive look.

Thanks to its uniform growth, strong stems and consistent flowering, this mixture is ideal for commercial production in both greenhouse and field cultivation, providing a stable product for retail, export and florists.

Flowering and sowing instructions

The Tall Single Auricula Eyed Mixture has a relatively early to mid-season flowering period, making it perfect for staggered production. For optimal results, we recommend:

• Sow in early autumn so the plants can flower in early spring,

• Can be combined with Extra Early or Super Duplex mixtures to extend the flowering period,

• The combination of colours and contrasting eyes ensures a long-lasting and visually attractive harvest.

This planning creates a continuous supply of colorful and decorative flowers, ideal for commercial harvesting and sale.

Features of Tall Single Auricula Eyed Mixture

The main characteristics of this variety are:

• Single flowers with contrasting eye,

• Rich color mix, including white, pink, red, burgundy and bicolor combinations,

• Strong, straight stems, suitable for professional cut flower cultivation,

• Uniform plant and flower height for reliable harvest,

• Excellent vase and shop shelf life,

• Ideal as a filler or eye-catcher in bouquets and arrangements.

The contrasting eyes in the center of the flowers add a vibrant and classic touch to bouquets. This makes the Auricula Eyed Mixture particularly attractive to florists and export markets where quality and decorative value are paramount.

Cultivation advice

For optimal cultivation and maximum yield it is recommended:

• Plant density of 42 to 64 plants per m² (4 to 6 plants per square foot),

• Greenhouse or tunnel cultivation for controlled conditions and year-round production,

• Open-field cultivation, provided the climate is suitable,

• You can also combine this with Extra Early or Super Duplex mixes for an extended flowering period, ensuring a continuous supply of marketable stems.

By following these strategies, the Tall Single Auricula Eyed Mixture can guarantee a stable yield of high-quality flowers, with strong stems and an attractive uniformity.

Why choose Dianthus barbatus Tall Single Auricula Eyed Mixture?

• Single flowers with contrasting eye for classic and decorative effects,

• Strong, straight stems for professional cut flower cultivation,

• Uniform height and flowering for standardized harvest,

• Excellent shelf life in store and vase,

• Suitable for greenhouse, foil tunnel and open ground,

• Possibility to extend the flowering period by combining with other D. barbatus mixtures,

• Ideal for retail, export and florists who value quality and decorative value.