Cow Parsnip Seeds - Heirloom Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Cow Parsnip is a tall perennial wildflower with large white flower clusters and broad, deeply divided leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and grows well in full sun to partial shade, making it suitable for native gardens and naturalized landscapes.

Features

• Tall perennial wildflower
• Produces large white flower clusters
• Broad, divided green foliage
• Suitable for native and naturalized gardens
• Grows well in moist soil
• Adaptable to cool climates
• Suitable for open landscapes and woodland edges

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Heracleum maximum
• Common Name (US): Cow Parsnip
• Seed Type / Variety: Native Perennial Wildflower Seeds
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 3–9
• Planting Season: Fall or spring
• Growing Season: Spring through summer
• Sowing Season: Fall through early spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: Approximately 2–6 weeks; cold stratification may improve germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 4–8 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 18–24 inches apart