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Ambrosia Seeds
Ambrosia , also known as Jerusalem Oak, Feather Geranium, Mexican Ambrosia, Jerusalem Oak Goosefoot and Sticky Goosefoot is known for its exceptional summer fragrance. The light green leaves are described as having a "sweet fern" or "warm summer day" aroma.
Ambrosia is native to the Mediterranean region and is frequently used as an herb to add a unique flavor. This plant has been used as an herbal teas and the seeds can be used to make a flour substitute.
The Cherokee tribe use Ambrosia as a remedy for asthma, catarrh, headache, colds, and a vermifuge.
The exceptionally fragrant, light green leaves are shaped like tiny oak leaves and are sticky with essential oils. This fragrant herb makes an excellent base for dried flower wreaths and is great in arrangements.
Ambrosia is cultivated as a hardy annual by gardeners and it self sows abundantly.
Ambrosia fits well in any Victorian herb garden.
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Thyme Seeds
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Companion Plants for Ambrosia : These plants will grow well with Ambrosia
Ambrosia looks lovely next to any wildflowers, roses or in a Victorian herb garden. Here are a few suggestion:
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Additional Details
- Family:Chenopodiaceae (ken-oh-poh-dee-AY-see-ee)
- Genus: Chenopodium (ken-oh-POH-dee-um) (previously, Ambrosia)
- Species: botrys or mexicana
- AKA:Chenopodium botrys, Jerusalem Oak, Feather Geranium, Ambrosia, Jerusalem Oak Goosefoot, Sticky Goosefoot
- Category: Annual, Herbs
- Height: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm), 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
- Spacing: 24-36 in (60-90 cm)
- Germination Time: 10-15 days
- Sun Exposure:Full sun
- Bloom Time: Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid Fall
- Bloom Color:Pale Yellow
- Foliage: Grown for foliage, aromatic
- Soil Requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
- Propagation Methods: From seed, direct sow outdoors in Spring after last frost.
- Other Details:
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