Smyrnium Species, Alexanders, Black Lovage, Black Potherb, Horse Parsley

Smyrniumolusatrum

Family
Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Smyrnium (SMIR-nee-um)
Synonym
Smyrnium maritimum
Smyrnium vulgare
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Shiny/Glossy
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Bloom Color
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Biennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cumming, Georgia

Felida, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
2
neutrals
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negative
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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

Has been used throughout time for medicinal purposes. Entire plant can be eaten. Leaves can be substituted for parsley; stems and roots c...Read More

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West Kill, NY | August 2005 | neutral

I've tried repeatedly to grow this plant from seed obtained from Nichols nursery. The plants only get so big, then fail. Now I know why! ...Read More

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