A fast-growing, aromatic annual herb with feathery, delicate green foliage and small yellow flowers arranged in flat umbels. Widely grown in herb gardens, it adds texture and fragrance while attracting beneficial insects.
• Exposure: Moderately wind-tolerant; tolerates sheltered coastal sites but not strong salt spray.
• Size: 40–80 cm tall; 20–30 cm wide.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soils; prefers moderately rich, loamy ground.
• Sun: Full sun, benefits from afternoon shade in the heat of summer.
• Flowering Time: Summer (typically June–August).
• Uses: Culinary and medicinal; leaves and seeds used as herbs and in teas.
• Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract bees, hoverflies, and other pollinators; seeds provide food for small birds.
