Dames Rocket Seeds - White Hesperis matronalis
- Perennial; Attracts pollinators
- Resilient and adaptable; Early season bloomer
- Adaptable to both Sun and partial Shade
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Dame's Rocket Seeds - White
This classic flower is, unfortunately, not as well-known as it should be. Not only is it beautiful, but it is very easy to grow from seed. Dame’s Rocket is also very resilient and can be successfully planted in both sun and shade.
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Fast Facts
Name: Dames Rocket Seeds - White Botanical Name: Hesperis matronalis Life Cycle: Perennial Light Requirement: Full Sun, Partial Sun Planting Season: Summer Plant Type: Long Stemmed White Flowers with green stalks and large leaves. Could be considered invasive in areas of USA. Check with your local agricultural office. Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Cut Flower Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Poor Soil Tolerant, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Container Garden Color: White Blooms: Spring Plant Height: Up to 30 inches Plant Spacing: 8-12 inches Planting Depth: 1/16 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Plant White Dames Rocket
About Dames Rocket
This classic flower is, unfortunately, not as well-known as it should be. Not only is it beautiful offering loose clusters of attractive, fragrant, pinkish-purple to white four-petaled flowers, but it is very easy to grow from seed. Dame's Rocket is also very resilient and can be successfully planted in both sun and shade.
When to Plant Dames Rocket Seeds
Sow seeds in Spring, after the threat of frost has passed. Dame's Rocket is one of the few varieties that can thrive, even with a Summer planting.
Where to Plant Dames Rocket Seeds
Dame's Rocket prefers moist, well-drained soil in Full-Sun conditions, though will tolerate Partial Shade.
How to Plant Dames Rocket Seeds
Direct sow seeds via broadcast onto the surface of the soil. Compress firmly, but do not cover - Dame's Rocket requires sunlight to germinate.
How to Care for Dames Rocket
Dame's Rocket thrives with little need for care or maintenance. However, it can be a very prolific seeder that can overtake other nearby varieties. Control the spread of seed by cutting faded stems down to the base.
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Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft Ounce Package Up to 625 Sq. Ft 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres
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