Not surprisingly, this flower originated in Europe. It was given it's name
for the lacy nature of the flower head. It was very popular during the reign
of who other than Queen Anne. Also known as Wild Carrot, this wildflower
is easy to grow, and is prolific in spreading it's seeds by the wind. It
can be found growing wild along roadsides and in fields almost anywhere in
the U.S. The field in the picture below, was farmed the prior year. Left
fallow, Queen Anne's Lace quickly spreads.
Queen Anne's Lace is a biennial that normally grows three to four feet tall,
but can grow almost five feet in the right conditions. It's flowers are white
and sometimes pink. Being related to the carrot, it has a carrot-like root
that even smells like a carrot. Some suggest it is edible cooked, while others
say no. This is likely because Poison Hemlock can be easily mistaken for
Queen Anne's Lace, due to their similarities.
Did you Know? Queen Anne's Lace is a member of the Parsley family.
Have you ever noticed the tiny purplish-black floweret in the center of the
otherwise white flower? The black floweret is sterile and will not produce
seed. It is not known why nature put it there, perhaps to attract pollinators.
How to Grow Queen Anne's Lace Plants:
Brought to the U.S. from Europe, Queen Anne's Lace was originally used in
old Victorian gardens. It's tiny seeds are easily spread by the wind, and
it quickly spread around the landscape.
All it takes to add them to your field is to spread a few seeds around. Next,
year, you will have plenty. If you want some for a garden setting, spread
the seeds in the location you have chosen. They require little attention.
Queen Anne's Lace will thrive in poor soils and dry conditions. They do like
full sun.
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