Lunaria annua growing herbaceous of the genus Lunaria known as Honesty plant, Lunaria annua biennial or annual plant used as ornamental plant, can grow in temperate, mediterranean or subtropical climate and grow in hardiness zone 3-9.
Leaves color green or variegate green with white, in heart shape with serrated margins.
Lunaria annua flower
Flower color can be: purple, pink or white with 4 petals.
Seeds grow in capsule looks coins, color can be: green, brown or transparent.
Lunaria annua for sale – Seeds or Plants to Buy
Requirements for Lunaria annua growing and care:
Rich, moist and well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seedling / Seed
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Invasive
When is the best time to plant?
Spring
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter
How to prune:
Just for design
Size of the plant:
30-90 cm, 12-36 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season?
Spring / Summer
General information about the flower:
Purple, pink or white with 4 petals
Scientific name:
Lunaria annua