A perennial with cut foliage that produces clusters of yellow-canary domed flowers. Drought tolerant, it grows well in dry areas and is therefore a good choice in landscapes where you want to reduce watering. In the garden, it repels aphids and attracts ladybugs. The marjoram-flavored leaves can be used to flavor dishes and the flowers can be used as an infusion. Hardiness zone: 3.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Seeds

~1250

Difficulty       

Easy

Sowing        

Direct, Indoor

Lifecycle      

Perennial

Root cellar   

No

Sowing season       

Winter, Spring, Fall

Growing tips

Conditions of germination:

sowing depth: sow on the surface (press the seeds lightly into the soil without covering them) or up to 5 mm maximum (needs light to germinate)

optimal temperatures for germination: 15 to 21 ºC

time for germination: 14 to 28 days, the use of a heating mat can accelerate germination

When to sow:

Indoor sowing 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost date in your area OR

direct seeding after last frost in spring; can also be seeded in fall

Sowing technique: in pocket

In the same hole, sow 3 to 5 seeds spaced 1 to 2 cm apart; when the seeds have germinated and the seedlings have reached a height of 5 cm, keep only the best plants.

Transplant outdoors (for seedlings started indoors):

Acclimate seedlings outdoors and then transplant after the last frost in your area.

Distance in the garden:

between plants: 30-60 cm

between rows: 60 cm

Height of the plants: 60 to 120 cm

Soil: all types, well drained

Exposure: full sun

Flowering: end of June to September (summer and autumn)

Maturation: the second year

Average life span of seeds: 3 to 4 years

Specificities:

beautiful cut flowers

hardiness zone: 2 or 3