FREE: 50 Queen Annes Lace Wildflower Seeds

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Queen Annes Lace

Queen Anne's Lace is the wild progenitor of our cultivated carrot. It still has many of the properties lost in cultivation. This biennial plant is originally a native of Southern Europe introduced to the Americas in colonial times, probably in bags of grain.It is easy to grow, prefers a sunny position and a well-drained neutral to alkaline soil

Daucus carota. Biennial. Queen Anne's Lace produces clouds of small, pure white blossoms that cover 3' stems. These delicate looking lacy blossoms are well known in the cut flower market as they add charm to any bouquet, fresh or dried. Untreated seeds


Additional Details

Family: Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Daucus (DO-kus)
Species: carota (kar-OH-tuh)
Cultivar: Queen Anne's Lace
AKA: Wild Carrot
Category: Biennial
Height: 24-36 in (60-90 cm)
Spacing: 9-12 in (22-30 cm)
Germination Time: 10-15 days
Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Time: Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall
Bloom Color:White/Near White
Foliage: Herbaceous
Soil Requirements: 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline), 7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Propagation Methods: From seed, direct sow outdoors in Fall or in Spring after last frost.
Other Details: Average water needs- water regularly. Do not over-water. Extremely hardy- tolerates droughts and freezes. Can be invasive. The leaves of this plant may cause skin irritation- use caution when handling.