Product description
Lunaria annua is a charming perennial that brings soft spring colour followed by its well known silver seed pods, adding interest that lasts long after the flowers fade. Its upright stems and delicate purple blooms create a gentle, cottage style look that fits beautifully into borders, plant beds, and mixed displays. As the season progresses, the seed pods develop their distinctive papery discs, giving the plant a unique texture that stands out in any garden setting.
This easy, reliable plant grows well in well drained soil and is happy in both sunny and lightly shaded spots. Water during dry spells to support steady growth, and trim back spent stems to keep the plant looking tidy. Lunaria annua is a low maintenance choice that rewards simple care with long lasting colour and decorative seed heads that bring structure and charm through the year.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Lunaria annua
Lunaria annua
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Product description
Lunaria annua is a charming perennial that brings soft spring colour followed by its well known silver seed pods, adding interest that lasts long after the flowers fade. Its upright stems and delicate purple blooms create a gentle, cottage style look that fits beautifully into borders, plant beds, and mixed displays. As the season progresses, the seed pods develop their distinctive papery discs, giving the plant a unique texture that stands out in any garden setting.
This easy, reliable plant grows well in well drained soil and is happy in both sunny and lightly shaded spots. Water during dry spells to support steady growth, and trim back spent stems to keep the plant looking tidy. Lunaria annua is a low maintenance choice that rewards simple care with long lasting colour and decorative seed heads that bring structure and charm through the year.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cut a few stems of Lunaria annua with fully matured seed pods for indoor arrangements - they dry beautifully and hold their shape for months.
How to Water
Water Lunaria regularly during dry spells, keeping the soil lightly moist while avoiding waterlogging. Once established, it only needs occasional watering, but steady moisture in spring will help it produce strong growth and plenty of flowers.
How to Plant
Plant Lunaria in well‑drained soil, spacing each plant around 30-40cm apart to give the stems room to develop naturally. Set it at the same depth as it was in its pot, firm the soil gently around the roots and water well after planting to help it settle in.
