Queen Anne's Lace (Ammi majus)

This is an attractive biennial plant with fern like foliage growing from 1m to 1.8m.

Queen Anne's Lace with its open and airy flowers make an excellent filler for floral arrangements. Harvest flowers early morning when the stems are fully hydrated. Select branches with a couple of open heads with several heads about to open. Remove all foliage that will be below the water line. Cut stems under water with a sharp knife. Place flowers in warm water for two hours before using them.

Queen Anne’s Lace is also suitable for drying. To get the best results with Queen Anne’s Lace you should select blooms that are just at their peak or even just before full bloom. Hang flowers upside down in a dry, dark and warm place. It will take around 2 to 3 weeks for the flowers to dry.

Sow seeds during autumn or spring. I find direct sowing is best. I just toss my seeds around and water in. Queen Anne's Lace needs full sun and well drained soil. It is often grown as a companion plant as it attracts beneficial insects including bees and butterflies to the garden.

Seeds currently available.

$5.00 - 1 teaspoon open pollinated seeds

$4.00 - postage within Australia

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