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Golden Lace
Golden Lace
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Golden Lace

Patrinia scabiosifolia
This close cousin of Valeriana officinalis, or garden heliotrope, reaches lofty heights in fertile soils with strong stems supporting loose corymbs of acid-yellow flowers. From July to September, the almost fluorescent flower clusters have an airy see-through look, a perfect accompaniment to purple castor bean, tall verbena, vernonia, and more in the mid to late summer garden.
SKU #S1409
$5.00
Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
36
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Mature Size
3-6' h x 1.5-2' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Chrome yellow
Features
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Attracts Butterflies
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface sow and gently rake in.
Sprout Time:
14-28 days
Starting Indoors:
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before planting out. Stratify at 35-40°F for 2-4 weeks, then move to warmth, about 68°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow 2-3 weeks before last frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After last frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Patrinia is a member of the same family as garden heliotrope (Valerianacea) and shares the flower structure of loose, flat-topped sprays displayed at the tops of sparsely-leaved sturdy stems. The whole effect is a haze of acid yellow flowers in the back border. Good partners are other airy flowers such as tall verbena, early fall asters, sturdy zinnias in hues of orange, red and purple, willowy grasses, salvias, and so much more! Trim in June to encourage a more compact form for the mid border. Especially effective growing in ribbons or drifts. A sometimes short-lived perennial that self-sows modestly, it also is an excellent cut flower and is deer and rabbit resistant too! Self-sows.
Final Spacing:
1.5'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
About 1" per week
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH.
Fertilizer:
Mix in a few inches of compost prior to planting. If soil is poor, supplement with an organic granular or liquid fertilizer once per month.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Cut when florets are 1/2 to 3/4 open.