Meum athamanticum
bald money
M. athamanticum is a herbaceous perennial with very finely divided, aromatic leaves. Small white flowers clustered into umbels appear in early to midsummer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Meum are aromatic herbaceous perennials with feathery leaves and small, white flowers arranged in umbrella-shaped sprays
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained, preferably alkaline soil in a sunny position
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by division in spring, potting up until established
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut down flowering stems when no longer of ornamental value
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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