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Commonly known as Wallich milk parsley, Selinum wallichianum is a native of the Himalayas where it grows on the open, sunny slopes found there.
In the UK it makes a fabulous border perennial bearing broad umbels of white flowers, held above delicate, fern-like foliage, from July and into autumn. As the flowers fade, they transform into beautiful seedheads that further extend the interest. A reliable and long-lived hardy perennial.
For best results, grow Selinum wallichianum in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Don't be alarmed if the new foliage takes a while to emerge in spring it usually appears in late spring. Selinum wallichianum has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
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Selinum and wildlife
Selinum is known for attracting beneficial insects, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
