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Anthriscus sylvestris

cow parsley

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Billowing umbels of tiny, white flowers top finely divided foliage from mid spring to early summer, creating a charming, ethereal quality. A short-lived perennial or biennial, cow parsley is ideal for naturalised planting schemes or meadows where it can be allowed to set seed freely.

How to care for Anthriscus sylvestris:

Support with brushwood or link stakes in spring before the flowers appear. In autumn cut it back to just above ground level and apply a generous layer of mulch around the roots.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
0.3m
Position:

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth:

Fast-growing

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

  • InformationThis perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
  • InformationHumans/Pets: Harmful to skin with sunlight

Product options

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RH30003353
9cm pot
£8.99
available to order from late spring
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RH30003373
3 × 9cm pots
£19.99 £6.66 each
available to order from late spring
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Standard delivery Standard Delivery£5.95

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