Growing Conditions: Full sun in dry to medium soil, drought tolerant
Size: Height 2-3 ft, Spread 1.5-2 ft
Blooms: June to August
Landscape Use: Meadow, naturalized area
Habitat Value: Attracts an array of pollinating insects, including flies, small wasps, ambush/assassin bugs (Reduviidae), and beetles.
Pests & Diseases: Potential minor issues could include aphids, mealybugs, thrips, powdery mildew, and gray mold (Botrytis).
Mature Seed Color: White/gray
Use a brown bag to collect seeds from July to October when the seed heads have turned brown. Clip seed heads and place upside down in the paper bag.
Collection & Cleaning Tips: Shake out heads and rub them on a screen. Note that the seeds are white with a gray center. Dispose of heads and use cleaning screens to separate seed from seed head material.
Store clean, dry seeds in a refrigerator (40°F) in a sealed glassine envelope.
Germination Requirements: These seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate — a minimum of 30-60 days exposed to temperatures in the range of 40°F and below. Plant on the surface of moist soil as they need light to germinate. Sow outdoors in pots November through February.
Seed longevity under correct storage: 4 years
