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Herbaceous Perennial
Size
Ultimate height
1鈥�1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1鈥�2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1鈥�0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well鈥揹rained, 奥别濒濒鈥揹谤补颈苍别诲pH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Purple | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West鈥揻acing or South鈥揻acing or 贰补蝉迟鈥揻补肠颈苍驳
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Humans/Pets (dogs, cats): Harmful to skin with sunlight. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
- Genus
Anthriscus can be annuals, biennials or perennials, with fern-like leaves and umbels of tiny white flowers
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Cut down to near ground level in early autumn and mulch well
Propagation
Propagate by seed; sow seeds in a cold frame in autumn or spring and select dark-leaved seedlings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Wildlife gardens
- Wildflower meadow
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to prevent prolific self-seeding
Pests
May be susceptible to slug, snail and caterpillar damage on young growth
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews
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