Bupleurum - Key Growing Information

The green and gold blooms of bupleurum blooms showing their colors.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 14-21 days at 55-60°F (13-16°C)

SOWING: Transplant - Sow into 128- or 72-cell plug flats or preferred seedling container 5-8 weeks before planting out. 128-cell plugs require 5-7 weeks, and 72-cell plugs require 6-8 weeks of growing to mature transplant. Harden off seedlings before transplanting out. Direct seed - Sow into cool soil for best results.

LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun/Part Shade.

PLANT HEIGHT: 24-36".

PLANT SPACING: 10". Support may be necessary in windy locations.

HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.

HARVEST: Fresh - Flower heads begin to show color. Dried - Flowers completely open; hang to dry.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Average, well-drained soil.

USES: Excellent as fresh cut or dried flower. Bouquet filler. Provides interest and height at back of flower beds.

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Bupleurum rotundifolium

ALTERNATE NAMES:
Thoroughwax, hare's ear