2006 tall herbs. Self sows, allow small amounts of both new and older seedlings to grow each season. Seed very easy to gather, cure in the sun until totally dry. Chop leaves then scatter on screens to dry in the shade. Seeds and root used to flavor Benedictine. Stalks are candied, cut in June. Sap may irritate skin and cause phytophotodermatitis. White Picket Fence
Emerges mid Jan - early Feb
Blooms mid Apr - mid Jun
Deadhead seed stalks late Jun
Fall: pull brown stalks, thin out new seedlings to avoid crowding
