Siler montanum
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A hardy, clump-forming, architectural deciduous perennial with deeply divided blue-green foliage and large umbels of pink to white flowers which appear in early summer. Good for pollinating insects. Seed heads can be left over winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- Siler montanum (Siler montanum)
- Genus
- Siler
- Family
- Apiaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming · Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Siler montanum pictures
Distribution of Siler montanum
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source:WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries:WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Siler montanum
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Siler montanum care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
No pruning required. Deadhead regularly and cut back in autumn
Propagation
Propagate by fresh seed in autumn, or in a damp vermiculite mixture under glass with bottom heat for 3 weeks, then in cooler conditions for around 8 weeks prior to sowing
Growing
Grow in well-drained soil, gravel or rock gardens in full sun in a dry location
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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