(70 days) Open-pollinated. Annual. A sharp-eyed gardener noticed color variation in Queen Anne’s Lace and selected from there. Though Dara sports the 3–5" lacy umbels typical of the wildflower, it’s the color that crowns this queen—ranging in shades from deep rich purple to dark wine red, soft pinks and an occasional white, with many interesting variations in the color patterning. The 3' plant bearing 7–15 sturdy upright stems makes a regal and long-reigning appearance in the cottage garden while attracting pollinators. Also appreciated in bouquets as a long-lasting filler that provides a lacy softening effect; when cutting for bouquets, wait until the stems have stiffened to avoid a droopy head. Especially attractive to pollinators. ①
From early May through October 31, items shipping from
our garden seeds warehouse ship twice a week, usually
Tuesday and Thursday. For quickest turnaround
time order online by noon Monday or Wednesday.
We will not be fulfilling seed orders from May
20 - May 22 while we do physical inventory count. Orders
placed by Monday, May 19 at 10am will be shipped before
the break. We will resume normal order fulfillment on
Friday, May 23.