Bishop’s Flower (Ammi majus), also called False Queen Anne’s Lace, is an annual herbaceous plant known for its delicate white umbels and lacy foliage. This ornamental plant is perfect for herb gardens, borders, cottage gardens, and floral arrangements.
These Non-GMO Bishop’s Flower Seeds thrive in full sun with well-drained soil. The plant is low-maintenance, fast-growing, and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its airy, white flowers provide long-lasting beauty in the garden and are excellent for cut flower arrangements.
Features
- Annual herb with delicate white flowers
- Non-GMO seed quality
- Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
- Fast-growing and low-maintenance
- Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
- Ideal for herb gardens, borders, and cut flower arrangements
- Airy, lacy foliage adds ornamental value
- Known as False Queen Anne’s Lace
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Ammi majus
- Common Name: Bishop’s Flower, False Queen Anne’s Lace
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Annual herb
- USDA Zones: 3–9
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
- Height: 24–36 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Bloom Time: Summer
- Flower Color: White
- Season for Planting: Spring
- Germination Time: 10–21 days
- Germination Temperature: 65–75°F
- Sowing Method: Surface sow; lightly cover seeds
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Uses: Herb garden, borders, cottage gardens, cut flower arrangements, pollinator-friendly garden
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Use fertile, well-draining soil; amend lightly with compost if needed.
- Sowing Time: Direct sow outdoors after last frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks early.
- Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with 1/8 inch soil.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge.
- Germination Window: 10–21 days depending on temperature.
- Light Requirements: Full sun for best growth and flower production.
- Thinning: Space seedlings 12–18 inches apart.
- Watering After Establishment: Moderate; avoid overwatering.
- Maintenance Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming; minimal care required.
- Seasonal Care: Low-maintenance annual; attracts pollinators and provides delicate, long-lasting white flowers.
