Can be fall sown in place, of sown in early to mid spring in place. Alternatly the seeds can be started inside 6-8 weeks before last frost. Direct sowing in the fall is the preffered method for the best plants and the most blooms.
Surface sow in well cultivated fine soil.
In spring thin seedlings to 20-30cm (8-12in) apart.
Plants may fall over if exposed to strong winds. Stake small plants if this is a concern.
Leave flowers to produce seed if you desire them to self sow.
Outside- Germination will normally occur within 7-21 days at temperatures around 68-72°F (20-22°C).
By our calculations*, you should look at sowing Bishop's flower about 45 days before your last frost date .
Plants can be sown indoors, but direct sowing is preferable.
As with most of the Umbelliferae/Apiaceae (Carrot) family, they have a long taproot which can be damaged when transplanting.
Sow 6-8 weeks before planting out. When first true leaves appear, transplant into larger containers. Harden off and transplant out after last frost.
By our calculations*, you should look at planting out Bishop's flower about 0 days after your last frost date.
Go to the garden and collect flowers in the morning. Choose blooms that are around 80% open for longest lasting display. Be careful when cutting as the sap may cause a bad reaction when exposed to skin.3
To dry the flowers air dry them for 2-3 weeks in a dark dry place. If dried where they receive light they may turn brown.
These estimates for how long Bishop's flower takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
Average 21 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Average 42 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Average 110 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Our when to plant Bishop's flower estimates are relative to your last frost date.
Queen Anne’s Lace-Named for the lace like appearance of the flowers.
In ancient Egypt, this plant was used to treat skin diseases. Today it has been shown to have anti viral and anti inflammatory properties.14 Ammi majus is being studied for potential cancer and AIDS treatments. Bishops weed is sometimes used in the treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo.34 Originally the drug methoxsalen (Methoxypsoralen or Oxsoralen) was made from A. Maius, but now the psoriasis prescription is made in a lab.2 It has also been used to regulate menstruation, treat urinary tract infections, kidney stones2, and even leprosy.4
Seed – used as a condiment3.
Large bullwort, Queen Anne's Lace, Bishopsweed, Bishop’s weed, Bullwort, Greater ammi, Lady’s lace, Laceflower
Ammi majus L.