Perennial – Moon Carrot
Moon Carrot
Botanical name: seseli gummiferum
Beginner friendly?: moderate
Average size at maturity: 2-3 ft in height with a 1-2 ft spread
Hardy zone: zones 5-9
Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 2-3 growing seasons
Foliage color: green/gray
Flower color: white/pink
Bloom time: summer
Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed
Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing
Landscape use: borders/edging, pollinator garden, container plant
Special features: drought tolerant, clay tolerant, attracts pollinators
Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release fertilizer that is high in nitrogen and phosphorus once every 3 months throughout the spring, summer, and early fall
Best time to plant: spring, fall
Best type of soil: clay, loam
Companion plants: coneflower, agastache, lavender, russian sage
Toxicity level: potentially toxic if coming into contact with skin, causing rashesÂ
Invasive species: potentially invasive
