About
It has dark green, finely dissected leaves that resemble blades of grass and umbels of greenish-yellow flowers from July to September. A herbaceous perennial with an upright habit, reaching up to 2m. While the flowers are not notably scented, the roots emit a strong, sulphur-like scent.
About the genus
Peucedanum are predominantly herbaceous perennials, shrubs or rarely trees, with compound pinnate leaves and umbels of white, yellow or occasionally pink flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Full sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy, Clump forming, Columnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required; deadhead after flowering if seed is not required
PropagationPropagate by seed, sown in a cold frame in autumn for germination in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free