Alexanders – Heart-leaved Alexander (Zizia aptera) Seeds
$ 4.75
In late spring, bright yellow Queen Anne's lace-like flowers attract abundant pollinators, including insects beneficial to agricultural crops. Shiny heart-shaped leaves form a low, neat clump and persist well into the fall. Excellent garden and landscape plant as well as cutflower.
Native to Maine: No. Native from New York to the prairie states.
Growing conditions: Sun to part shade in medium soil
Grows up to: 18"
Blooms: In late spring
Pairs well with: Jacob's-ladder and swamp milkweed
Natural habitat: Moist meadows, woodlands, and thickets
Seeds per packet: 50-100
Germination Code(s): B
These seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate - a minimum of 60 days below 40°F in moist soil (or sand or vermiculite). Sow outdoors in pots November through February. A great species for beginner seed-sowers.
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