Lunaria annua

Lunaria blooms in late spring with fragrant, purple flowers followed by disc-shaped, papery seed pods that inspired its common names: Silver Dollar, Money Plant, and Honesty. The seed pods are used in dried flower arrangements.

Lunaria makes a great addition to the wildflower garden. It attracts bees and butterflies. It also makes a good cut flower.

Lunaria annua is a hardy biennial in zones 4-8. Shade-tolerant. Easy to grow. Self-sows. Also known as Lunaria biennis.

height 30" spacing 15"

Sowing Lunaria annua Seeds

Sow lunaria seeds outdoors in late spring, 1/4" deep. Or start indoors 4 weeks early. Full sun to part shade.