Days To Germination: 7-21 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 65-68F
Planting Depth:  1/4 inch
Spacing, Seed: 1 inch
Spacing, Plant: 12-24 inches
Plant Height:  36-60 inches
Light: Full Sun

SOWING: Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Or plant outdoors in well-drained soil in early spring, after all danger of frost,  when soil is  65-68F. Cover seeds with 1/4 inch of soil.

GERMINATION: 7-21 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions.

THINNING AND TRANSPLANTING: Transplant when young seedlings are about 2 inches high and after all danger of frost has passed. Space 12-24 inches apart.

SUGGESTIONS: Keep soil moderately moist during germination and when plant matures. The leaves close-up at night, and often close partially during hot, sunny days. During the evening they position themselves in the direction of the sun to receive more light.

Bundleflower Illinois
Desmanthus illinoensis


Perennial (Permanent Plant). This plant is tall, fern-like, branched, and shrub like in growth. This plant grows between 36-60 inches. Produces small, ½-inch, cream-colored and spherical flowers that bloom in summer. Stems are light green and angular. Leaves are yellowish green or medium green, and narrowly ovate in shape. Used in meadows, roadsides, and tall grass prairie plantings. Good for xeriscaping. Produces fruit in the form of dark-brown clusters of pods. Due to it being high in protein, it is readily eaten by livestock and wildlife. Fixes high amounts of nitrogen in the soil and can rejuvenate worn-out soil. Disease is rarely a problem. Attracts bees, butterflies and birds.

• Plant Height: 36-60 inches
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Bloom Period: Summer