Dictamnus albus |
Native Region: Central and Southern Europe, N. China, Korea
Zone Range: 03-08
Preferred Climate: temperate
Harvest Date: Tuesday 08 August, 2006
Seed count: 10-12
Description:
This upright perennial has pinnate, feathery lemon-scented leaves and produces white or pinkish-white flowers in early summer. Height to 36 inches; spread 24 inches. The flowers contain a volatile oil which may be ignited in hot, windless weather--hence the common name 'gas plant.'
Cultivation:
For maximum freshness, please keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until it is time to plant. Sow seed in containers in a cold frame, Grow in any dry, well-drained moderately fertile soil in full sun or partial shade.
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