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Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: None required, but a cold stratification of 3 weeks improves germination.
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil

Native to: France, Italy, Mediterranean region, Spain
Native
Introduced

Hedysarum coronarium

French Honeysuckle, Sulla

In Stock: 0.932 lb (Total:0.932lb)
Seed is pelleted with clay.
  • Hedysarum coronarium

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0.93 lb
Seed is pelleted with clay.

Details

Germination:
98%
Germination test:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
97%
Seeds per lb:
42,806
Quantity:
0.93 lb
Collected in:
Spain
Crop year:
2025
Min. hardiness zone:
3
Item ID:
1837195

Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: None required, but a cold stratification of 3 weeks improves germination.
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil

Native to: France, Italy, Mediterranean region, Spain
Native
Introduced
Discover the extraordinary Hedysarum coronarium, commonly known as French Honeysuckle or Sulla, an exceptional herbaceous perennial treasured for its vibrant aesthetic and multifaceted uses. Thriving in USDA Zones 3 to 7, this standout member of the Fabaceae family reaches heights and spreads of 3 to 4 feet. Ideal for cool summer climates like the Pacific Northwest, its vivid red, fragrant, pea-like blossoms appear from June to July, drawing butterflies and adorning gardens with eye-catching racemes. This resilient plant prefers full sun and tolerant of poor, rocky soils, making gardening maintenance refreshingly low. Beyond its ornamental charms, Sulla excels as a forage crop in the Mediterranean region, revered for its high protein, moderate tannin content, and impressive adaptability to marginal environments. Play a part in sustainable agriculture by incorporating it into cereal-based systems, aiding in nitrogen fixation and soil enrichment. Embrace the resilient, aromatic allure of French Honeysuckle today—perfect for borders, cottage gardens, or as naturalized landscaping masterpieces.

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