Anthriscus sylvestris (Cow Parsley)

Type Herbaceous flower, Hedging & Screening, Deciduous
Form Upright Taller-Growing Clump
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours White Flowers (Spring), Medium green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very hardy
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Anthriscus sylvestris cultivation notes: The native cow parsley is all to often seen as a weed but if allowed to grow among areas of longer grass it can provide a profusion of spring blossom as well as a valuable habitat and food source for wildlife. It can be cut back in summer once it has set seed and will grow in the toughest of spots.

Plant Strengths: Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Tolerates permanently wet soil; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Suitable for hedging or topiary; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Suitable for planting in full shade.

Plant Weaknesses: Invasive top growth; Does not produce showy attractive flowers.

Design & Plant Use for Anthriscus sylvestris:
  • Winter/early spring flowering herbaceous plant for early colour and extended seasonal interest


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