Looking to add a bit of sweet serenity to your garden? How about the trusty Sweet William?Just like the name implies, Sweet Williams are charming little ornamental garden plants, producing flowers about the size of a 10 cent piece. And for just a little bit lovin', they'll give you a whole lot of floral fervour in return.

But if you think the flowers are a bit passe, think again. Proving they're right on trend, Sweet Williams were included in Kate Middleton's wedding bouquet.

Originating in Southern Europe and parts of Asia, the plants grow up to 60cm tall, and produce up to 30 flowers at the top of each stem. I find they're perfect for hanging baskets - especially with pansies and lobelia around the outside - as they tend to sit neatly in a little mound, rather than growing free-form across the basket.

I also like to put Sweet Williams around the outside of pots; the pretty colours make an attractive feature on any deck or patio. In the garden, the plants are best used around your borders, in bedding, or to add co-ordinated colour waves.

The great thing about Sweet Williams is you can generally just plant them, and then leave them to get on with the job of growing. To get them in the ground, dig a little hole and place the plant in it. Make sure it's a sunny spot - near the letterbox or in and around your rose garden is ideal.

If you live in frosty parts, don't worry. Sweet Williams will hold their own on cool mornings. They can also tolerate over-head watering, and will thrive happily without any deadheading. Talk about easy going.

And if it's bees, birds and butterflies you're after, Sweet Williams will bring them buzzing, flying and flitting to your place.

To get your hands on our Tall Mixed Sweet Williams, pop into your local Bunnings, The Warehouse or supermarket. Alternatively, head to our online store and have your seedlings delivered direct to your door.