Orlaya grandiflora, commonly known as the white lace flower, is a fascinating and ornamental plant that belongs to the carrot family, Apiaceae.
Native to Mediterranean regions, including parts of Europe and North Africa, it thrives in open, sunny locations and is well-suited for rock gardens and borders due to its charming appearance and ease of care.
One of the most captivating aspects of the plant is its distinctive flower design.
The blooms are characterized by a delicate array of flat-topped clusters, known as umbels, which are composed of small, intricate white flowers.
‘White Lace’ is a compact grower and exuberant bloomer with masses of pure white flat-topped flowers above the ferny foliage, creating a sea of frothy white.
The more you cut, the more they bloom!
These are not only visually appealing but also attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making the plant an excellent choice for biodiversity gardens.
The central flowers of the umbel are typically more prominent, surrounded by smaller, lacy petals, giving the flower a lace-like appearance that is both aesthetic and functional, as it enhances the plant’s ability to capture the attention of passing pollinators.
Though an annual, they are easily grown from seed and will also reseed themselves.
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John Bagnasco has been in the gardening industry for over 50 years, starting with a horticulture degree from Michigan State University and following a stint at Frank’s Nursery and Crafts in Detroit.
After publishing his first book “Plants for the Home Vol. I” in 1976, he moved to California to become regional manager and buyer for the Nurseryland division of Sunbelt Nursery Group.
He then became the head buyer for Armstrong Garden Centers based in Glendora, California. John had a part-time affiliation with Creative Promotions for ten years before joining them full-time in October 2000 as a senior editor and radio personality for Garden Compass.
John has also taught horticulture classes at Palomar College and San Diego State University.
He is the host of the DVD “The Essential Guide to Roses,” which also features Bryan Main and Bruce and Sharon Asakawa.
His most recent book is “Planting Designs for Cacti and Succulents”.
Currently, John is a co-host on “Garden America,” an interactive live gardening show that additionally provides podcasts of the broadcasts accessible on all major platforms.
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