THE PLANT
Tiny purple bloom mainly known for its translucent seedheads, ideal for dried-flower arrangements.
THE TYPE
A highly decorative, evocative font inspired by old decorated signs from 19th-century French stores.
Details
Name
Honesty
Variety
Latin name
Lunaria annua
Seed quantity
1 grams
Packet size
9 x 12,5 cm
Packet material
Made from paper produced using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed of in biodegradable waste
Plant size
60-90 cm height, 30-60 cm spread
Container size
Minimum 30 cm diameter
How to grow
Sowing
Outdoor Early spring or late summer
Indoor 6-8 weeks before last frost
Germination
Time 14-21 days
Temperature 15-20°C
How to sow
Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface and press lightly
Indoor Surface-sow in trays with light exposure
Caring
Light Full sun to partial shade
Watering Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Soil Well-drained, loamy soil, neutral to slightly acidic
Feeding Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced fertilizer
Growing tip
Honesty benefits from a light trim after flowering to encourage a fuller shape. It can self-seed, so remove seed pods if self-seeding is undesired.
Harvesting
Harvest seed pods in late summer for decorative use. The translucent seed cases are commonly used in dried floral arrangements.
Interesting facts
Fun fact 1
Honesty’s distinctive seed pods give it the nickname “Silver Dollar Plant.”
Fun fact 2
Traditionally, the plant has symbolized sincerity and transparency, due to its transparent seed cases.