Grow one of the most famous flowers in traditional European herbalism with our Mountain Arnica seeds. This hardy heirloom perennial is celebrated for its cheerful, bright yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom throughout the summer. The plant forms a low-growing rosette of leaves, sending up flower stalks that are a favorite of beneficial pollinators. With a long and storied history of use in topical preparations, Arnica is a beautiful and essential addition to any medicinal herb garden.
⭐ What you'll love
One of the most famous herbs in traditional European herbalism.
Cheerful, sunny, daisy-like flowers provide a long season of color.
A hardy, low-maintenance perennial perfect for rock gardens.
A favorite of bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Mountain Arnica (Arnica montana)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 20 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Perennial
Height: 1-2 feet
Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year from seed.
USDA Zone: 4-9
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: The easiest method is to sow seeds outdoors in the fall. The seeds will be naturally stratified over the winter and will germinate in the spring.
Stratification: To plant in the spring, seeds require a 30-60 day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator before sowing.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.