Description
Plants of the genus Arctium have dark green leaves that can grow up to 70 cm (28 in) long. They are generally large, coarse and ovate, with the lower ones being heart-shaped.
Arctium is a genus of biennial plants commonly known as burdock, family Asteraceae. Native to the Old World, several species have been widely introduced worldwide.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Monarda fistulosa |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 2.00 to 4.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | dark brown |
| Bloom Time | July to September |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Seeds can direct sown outdoors in the fall once the last frost has passed, or started earlier indoors for improved germination rates and stability for young plants.
Burdock care
Burdock is easy to grow. It grows readily in the wild, without day human assistance. The attention you provide to it in your garden, will promote bigger, deeper roots, and more plant and seed to harvest. Burdock likes full sun, but will tolerate partial shade.
| Sunlight | Full sun to part shade |
| Watering | Dry to medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 40C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Burdock special feature
Provides color and contrast for the herb garden, wild garden, native plant garden, meadow or naturalized area.
Burdock uses
Ornamental Use:
- Library Collection, Drawing