Sweet William is an irresistible, colorful, biennial flower. The flower name "Sweet William" is often said to honour the 18th century Prince William, Duke of Cumberland. It is also said to be named after Saint William of York or after William the Conqueror.

Sweet William was introduced to northern Europe in the 16th century, and later to North America and elsewhere, and has become locally to widely naturalised in these areas.

This shot was taken in Lossenham Manor, Newenden, Kent, UK.