Full Sun
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
8a
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
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Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Alexanders Overview
Smyrnium is a genus of mostly biennial herbaceous plants in the carrot family, Apiaceae. Members of this genus display characteristic umbels of tiny green, yellow or white flowers. They are known commonly as Alexanders, are native to the Mediterranean region and are commonly seen in the hedgerows of Europe. In cultivation, they are used in naturalistic planting schemes in borders or sunny woodland glades.
How to propagate Alexanders
Seed
Seed sown outdoors in autumn or spring.
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