Tufted British native perennial of chalk and limestone grassland, with ferny-pinnate leaves and small round purple-red flower heads on wiry stems. Classic edging plant and traditional salad herb.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 4–9 | −34.4 °C to −1.1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H7 | down to −20 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 4–8 | −29 °C to −1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 1–5 | −15 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Plant in herb-garden edging, gravel gardens, and meadow plantings — neat tufted habit and unusual round flower heads
- Edible young leaves — fresh mild cucumber flavour, used fresh in salads, cool drinks, and butters
- Drought tolerant once established — natural on dry chalk and limestone grassland
- Pick the youngest leaves only — older leaves are tough and tannic
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