Hesperis matronalis Mix - Dame’s Rocket – This wildflower is considered a perennial or biennial and blooms from May to August. It is part of the Brassicaceae family, and is an aggressive grower. They come in colors of pink, white, and purple. It is easy to grow and drought tolerant. They can be grown in either full sun or partial shade and will grow up to 3 feet tall. This fragrant flower brings the butterflies, bees, and other pollinators while deer and rabbits avoid it. The leaves, sprouted seeds, and dried seeds are edible! But please, before consuming any type of plant or flower, do your own research and/or consult with a physician first. They are good for pots, containers, beds, and fields. The name comes from the Latin word, Hesperis, meaning evening flowers that emit a fragrance, and from Roman Matronalis from the goddess of motherhood and childbirth. Being that these flowers are easy to grow, they are perfect for the beginning gardener! Don’t miss out on this flower seed find, they will bring you blooms that will add a nice touch of color to any garden!
25+ seed per pack
Planting Zone: 3 - 9
Full sun to Partial shade
Height: 1 foot - 3 feet
Width: 1 foot - 2 feet
Fragrant
Attracts Butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
Deer and Rabbit resistant
Good for pots, containers, beds, fields
Aggressive grower
Easy to grow
Drought tolerant
Edible leaves, seeds
Native to Europe and Asia
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