Meadowsweet Dye Seed Pack / Black

Clusters of creamy-white sweet-scented flowers top very thin, yet stiff stems, making them look like they are suspended in the air.

The fern-like foliage makes this a very ornamental herb for the garden.

Contains one of the original sources of salicylic acid, synthesized to make aspirin.

The roots produce a black dye when combined with a copper mordant.

Description

• Scientific Plant Name: Filipendula ulmaria
• Common Names: Queen of the Meadow, Mead Wort, Meadow Queen, Dollof, Meadsweet and Bridewort
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Height @ Maturity: 3 - 6'
• Packet Weight: ~2g

Growing Tips

• Best in full or partial sun.
• Tolerates clay soils.

This plant is listed as a noxious weed in one or more states. Please check with your local agricultural extension office before growing under conditions that could lead to dissemination.

NOTE: Certain U.S. states do not permit the growing of some of these seeds, viewing them as "invasive." Please adhere to the regulations in your area.