Ammi 'Green Mist'

Green Mist Ammi (Ammi visnaga)

With its delicate, finely cut foliage and ethereal domes of pale green-white blooms, Green Mist ammi graces the garden with an air of old-world romance. Like antique lace woven from mist, its airy umbels hover lightly above soft, feathery foliage, creating a dreamy texture that whispers of rustic elegance. Long, sturdy stems hold dense flower heads that captivate pollinators and charm the eye alike. The subtle blue-green leaves offer a gentle, wispy backdrop, perfect for pairing with soft pink roses, dusty lavender, or creamy white peonies—ideal companions for bouquets and garden borders alike.

Also known by names such as False Queen Anne’s Lace, Toothpickweed, and Bishop’s Weed, this plant carries a quietly wild spirit. Handle with care when harvesting, as its delicate stems may cause mild skin irritation for some.

A botanical treasure for those who love a garden touch that feels both timeless and whimsically romantic.

DETAILS:

QTY: 200

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun

DEPTH: Cover Lightly

GERMINATION: 12-16 days at 16-18°C

HEIGHT: 36 - 50” Support may be necessary.

MATURITY: 65 - 75 Days

SPACING: 3 - 12”

PINCH: Yes

HOW TO GROW:
Direct Seeding (recommended): Sow seeds thinly in rows outdoors in early spring, after your last frost date. Lightly cover the seeds with soil. For a continuous supply of flowers throughout the summer, make 2–3 successive sowings, spaced two weeks apart.

Transplanting (alternative): Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before you plan to move them outside. Before sowing, you can chill the seeds at 5–$8°C$ for 1–2 weeks to improve germination. Once the first true leaves appear, transplant the seedlings into larger containers. Maintain cooler temperatures of 14–$17°C$ for ideal seedling establishment. Harden off seedlings for 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.

Pinching and Support:  Do not Pinch if you want good height and a single, large flower head. The plant's energy is directed to this one main stem. This is a great approach if you want a few large, impressive blooms. You will, however, need to provide support for the tall stems to keep them from flopping over.

Pinching Approach: pinching out the central stem when the plant is still young will encourage the plant to produce multiple side shoots, which results in more stems and a greater quantity of smaller flowers. This can be a useful strategy if you want a more abundant harvest of flowers for arrangements. However, staking or other support may be needed if you are growing taller varieties or are in a windy location.

Soil Preference and Watering: Ammi thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during the germination and establishment phases. Once mature, it is relatively drought-tolerant.

Fertilizing: Ammi is a light feeder and does not require much fertilizer. Amending the soil with compost before planting is usually sufficient.

Harvesting: For bouquets, harvest Ammi when the umbels (flower clusters) are fully open and the stems are firm. For drying, harvest when the umbels are fully open and have turned a creamy white color. Hang bunches upside down in a dark, well-ventilated area for 2–3 weeks until completely dry.