Monty Don explains how he grows two different plants with white umbel-shaped flowers. First, in May, the flowers of cow parsley, Anthriscus sylvestris create a carpet of white. While those are still in flower, Monty plants plugs of Ammi visnaga, grown from seed in February, which will continue the show into the summer. Watch now, to find out how to create your own long-lasting display of white umbellifers.
How to grow white umbellifers
Monty Don shows how achieves a long-lasting display of white umbellifers by using two key plants that flower in succession, in this video guide.
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In summer, its glossy green canopy is awash with charming white panicles of flowers. In winter, its branches transform into a blaze of bright orange-red berries. This hardy shrub is usually £14.99 per 3L plant.
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