Price range: £2.25 through £9.25
An old medicinal plant used for analgesic and anti-inflammatory gels and ointments, arnica has attractive, golden yellow flower heads and is a striking addition for every sunny flower bed. It likes a thin, porous, sour, humus-rich soil with a low lime content. It flowers from its second year. Its natural appearance makes it blend well in natural and cottage gardens and it is attractive to insects, including bees.
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Arnica
Arnica montana
Approx. 700-800 seeds per gram
An old medicinal plant used for analgesic and anti-inflammatory gels and ointments, arnica has attractive, golden yellow flower heads and is a striking addition for every sunny flower bed. It is the flowers that are used for their soothing properties and they are not generally taken internally due to their potential toxicity. It likes a thin, porous, acidic, humus-rich soil with a low lime content. It flowers from its second year. Its natural appearance makes it blend well in natural and cottage gardens and it is attractive to insects, including bees.
How to grow: Arnica can be slow to germinate so patience will be needed. Sow onto the surface of a tray of seed compost in March and April. Arnica needs light to germinate so only cover with a light dusting of compost or sharp sand. Transplant in April and May when large enough to handle.