Id-Code: AA 065
Family: Apiaceae, Umbelliferae
Origin: New Zealand
Colour: Large umbels with many light yellow flowers
Natural Flowering Period: June - August
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z8-10
Growth Habit: Large rosettes up to 60 cm
Foliage: Blue-green
Height with Flower: 100 cm (40'')
Spacing between Plants: 100 cm (40'')
Soil Requirement: Gritty, well-drained soils, pH 5.8 - 6.8
Location: Partial shade
Use: An excellent plant for the back of the border or as a focal point in a larger rock garden
Specialities: A plant of value for its foliage, flowers and seed heads, which are golden as the seed ripens

Cultural Tips:
Grams per 1000 seeds: 14,286
Seeds per Gram: 70
Seeding Recommendation: 30 g / 1000 plants
Sowing Rate: 2-3 seeds per cell
Plug tray recommended size(s): 72s or open flats
Germination: The sowing must be kept warm (about +18 to 22°C) (about 64 to 72°F) and moist for the first 2-4 weeks. After this period the sowing must be kept at a cold temperature (between -4 and +4°C) (between 25 and 39°F) for another 4-6 weeks.
It is not so important if the temperature is higher of lower during the cooling period, but the cooling period has to be prolonged because the synthesis of the germination inducer, homonlike acid, slows down or comes to a standstill.
It is beneficial to cover the sowing with snow during the cooling period. After this cooling period the sowing may not be immediately exposed to high temperatures. The most effective temperatures are between +5 to 12°C (41 to 54°F), even if germination has started. The best location for this sowing, even in March, April and May, is open field, the cold frame or a cold greenhouse.
The directions above not always show the best results. After the cooling-period some species need a longer time until germination starts. As some seeds do not germinate until the next year, it is important not to throw away the seed boxes too early

Scheduling:
Best Sowing Date: November-March
Sowing to Germination: 6 - 10 weeks
Germination to Transplant: 4 - 8 weeks
Transplanting to salable Plant: 6 - 8 weeks
Cutting-Back at Transplanting: Not necessary

Growing On:
Container Size(s): 1-2 plugs per 11/12 cm (4 1/2''); 2-3 plugs per 15 cm (6'')
Vernalization: A prudent recommendation would be to provide 6-12 weeks at an average daily temperature of 40°F (5°C). Exposure to cold may not be necessary for flowering but might improve quality.
Forcing: This species is not a suitable candidate for forcing.
Fertilization: Medium (150-200 ppm)