Honesty
Lunaria annua
Common Name: Honesty
Genus: Lunaria
Species: annua
The Latin translation of the word Lunaria relates to the round, moon shaped seed pods.
Category: Annuals & Biennials
Height: 1.00 m (100 cm)
Spread: 0.30 m (30 cm)
Hardiness: Hardy
Growth Rate: Average
Flowering Period: May and June
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Purple, Pink, White
Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shade
Soil Type: Normal/Loam
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained or Moist, but well drained
Features: Makes good cut flowers, Has interesting foliage, Has interesting/colourful ornamental fruit
Although the latin name of this plant suggests that it is an annual it often lives for two years, making it a biennial. Lunaria annua has heart shaped green leaves that are toothed around the edges. In early summer , Lunaria annua produces flowers that can be shades of pink, white or purple. The flowers are followed by translucent, disk like, round seed pods that are often used in flower arrangements. Lunaria annua self-seeds freely.
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