Wild Carrot, also known as Queen Anne's Lace, is a versatile and beneficial plant that serves both as a tasty treat for horses and an attractive addition to any environment. This plant is not only loved by equines, but it also helps enhance biodiversity by attracting beneficial insects like bees.
Key Features
- Type: Perennial
- Height When Fully Grown: 150cm (5 feet)
- Flowering Period: June to August
- Sowing Rate: 1g per meter²
- Plant Appearance: The wild carrot plant is recognized for its delicate, umbrella-like flower heads with hundreds of small white flowers. Its strong, stiff stalk makes it resilient in various weather conditions.
Benefits for Horses
- Natural Treat: Wild Carrot is highly palatable and provides a delicious, healthy treat for horses.
- Equine Grazing: Horses enjoy munching on Wild Carrot, making it an excellent addition to pastures for natural grazing.
- Nutrient-Rich: A good source of nutrients that can complement your horse's diet, supporting their overall health.
Environmental Benefits
- Bee-Friendly: Wild Carrot flowers are a favorite for bees and other beneficial insects, making it a perfect addition to gardens or pastures aimed at improving pollination and supporting biodiversity.
- Wildlife Garden: Ideal for attracting a range of insects and wildlife, Wild Carrot is a fantastic choice for environmentally-conscious gardeners or those looking to diversify their pasture space.
Growing Information
- Sowing: Plant the seeds at a rate of 1g per meter².
- Growth: Wild Carrot is a perennial, returning year after year. Once established, it can grow to a height of 150cm and will bloom from June to August.
- Planting Locations: Perfect for wildflower areas, pollinator gardens, and horse paddocks. It thrives in areas where you want to encourage more environmental diversity.
Why Choose Wild Carrot?
- Attracts Pollinators: A great choice for bee-keeping and enhancing environmental diversity in your pasture or garden.
- Easy to Grow: Once established, Wild Carrot is hardy and will thrive in a variety of conditions.
- Beneficial for Horses: Not only a lovely addition to any garden but also a tasty, natural treat for your horse that contributes to their well-being.
Add Wild Carrot to your pasture or garden today to improve your environment, attract pollinators, and give your horses a delicious, nutritious treat!