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Ammobium alatum
These pretty flowers have a yellow center surrounded by pointed white petals. They are excellent for dried floral arrangements holding their shape and color. Plants have stiff, upright stems adding texture to the garden and attracting pollinators throughout the summer.
Plant Height: 18-30”
Light Requirements: full sun
Soil Preference: average fertility and moist soil, pH 5.5-6.5
USDA Zones: 3-8 (annual), 9-10 (perennial)
Germination: 5-10 days at 65-70F, light required for germination
Seeding Depth: 1/4” depth
Plant Spacing: 6-10”
Days to Maturity: 70-80 days
Early-Season Seeding: Starting seed indoors is recommended and should be done 5-6 weeks before the last frost date, transplant after the danger of frost has passed. Direct seed after the last frost date.
Late-Season Seeding: Start seed indoors at least 11 weeks before the first frost date.
Growing Tips: Avoid planting this in damp, heavy soil conditions which can lead to disease problems.
Cut Flower: For fresh and dried arrangements harvest when buds are half-open and the centers are not fully exposed. Hang upside for several weeks in a cool, dark, dry location and flowers will open as they dry.
Photo by Graham Gall @gallpix
Ammobium alatum
These pretty flowers have a yellow center surrounded by pointed white petals. They are excellent for dried floral arrangements holding their shape and color. Plants have stiff, upright stems adding texture to the garden and attracting pollinators throughout the summer.
Plant Height: 18-30”
Light Requirements: full sun
Soil Preference: average fertility and moist soil, pH 5.5-6.5
USDA Zones: 3-8 (annual), 9-10 (perennial)
Germination: 5-10 days at 65-70F, light required for germination
Seeding Depth: 1/4” depth
Plant Spacing: 6-10”
Days to Maturity: 70-80 days
Early-Season Seeding: Starting seed indoors is recommended and should be done 5-6 weeks before the last frost date, transplant after the danger of frost has passed. Direct seed after the last frost date.
Late-Season Seeding: Start seed indoors at least 11 weeks before the first frost date.
Growing Tips: Avoid planting this in damp, heavy soil conditions which can lead to disease problems.
Cut Flower: For fresh and dried arrangements harvest when buds are half-open and the centers are not fully exposed. Hang upside for several weeks in a cool, dark, dry location and flowers will open as they dry.
Photo by Graham Gall @gallpix
