Moon carrot

Seseli gummiferum

Moon Carrot | Seseli gummiferum | Plant Select | Drought tolerant pollinator plant
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Moon Carrot's basal rosette of succulent, silvery-blue, lacy foliage is substantial. The second year it produces a succession of five-inch umbels of pale pink flowers that fade to white. Use as a focal point in the garden. Biennial or short-lived perennial. Xeriscape. Learn more about this plant here.

Tips from the pros: Allow the plants to produce seeds, then harvest or allow it to self-sow for future garden displays.
Plant Type Perennial
Height 24-36 inches
Width 12-20 inches
Flowering Season Midsummer to fall
Flower Color White
Sun Sun, Part Sun
Water Needs Moderate to xeric
USDA Hardiness Zone Zones 5-9
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sandy
Deer Resistant Yes
Good for Pollination Yes
Winter Interest No
North American Native No
Native Origins N/A
Year Introduced 2005
Annual Commercial Maintenance Hand trim back dead stems in spring.
5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance Follow annual maintenance and allow to go to seed as it is a biennial. Thin out any undesireable seedlings. Is reseeding too much only allow a few individuals to set seed
Elevation Guide Up to 6200 ft