Purple spring flowers turn into translucent silvery seed pods like full moons. Biennial cottage classic that self-sows everywhere.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to Jun
- USDA Zones
- 5-9
- Sun
- Part Sun or Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 2-3'
- Bloom Colors
- PurpleWhite
✂ Cut Flower✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant
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About This Name
Lunaria annua is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Honesty unambiguously. The genus Lunaria places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Honesty, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Lunaria annua will give you the most precise results.