Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus
Dictamnus albus purpureus

Dictamnus albus purpureus

"Dittany"

Dictamnus albus purpureus

1 bare root — £6.90

Spring planting season is currently closed 
i
Delivery schedule

Orders placed until 29 February 2025
You can expect your order in February/March 2025

Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
You can expect your order in March/April 2025

Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days

Available for (pre)ordering again in December
Free delivery on UK orders over £50
i
Shipping to the UK

UK orders over £50
Free shipping

UK orders under £50
£4.99

Northern Ireland orders under £50
£5.99

More info

46,000+ customers rate us 4.8/5
i
Reviews

Reviews.io      4.8   (30,094 reviews)

Trustpilot        4.7     (8,082 reviews)

Google           4.8     (8,133 reviews)

Shopify Planet
All deliveries are carbon neutral
i
Shopify Planet
Carbon neutral delivery

In cooperation with Shopify Planet and the Shopify Sustainability Fund, we are proud to be the first plant and flower bulb supplier able to:

— Ship carbon neutral;
— Remove atmospheric carbon;
— Store carbon for 1000+ years;
— Invest in reforestation;
— Invest in soil carbon storage.

How? Every time we ship an order, Shopify Planet automatically calculates our shipping emissions, and ensures high-quality carbon removal to neutralise our shipping footprint. Learn more

Description

Accent your summer borders with the upright, flower-studded spires of Dictamnus albus var. purpureus. Not only does this add variety to the planting scheme with a vertical accent, but it brings fragrance too with its aromatic leaves. There are details to admire up close too - each bloom is a soft shade of mauve-pink with delicate vein-like markings, dainty prominent anthers cascade from each flower providing the perfect landing spot for pollinators, and in autumn when the flowers of Dictamnus albus var. purpureus have finished you’ll be left with purple-blushed, star-shaped seedpods. It’s a long season of interest for a perennial which makes it worthy of a good spot in the border, where it will grow back every year.

Also known as dittanyDictamnus albus var. purpureus is a hardy perennial plant which loves to be in a sunny or partially shaded spot and does well in light or sandy soils. It’s quite tolerant to drought once it’s established, but will need regular watering while it’s settling in. If you’re into flower arranging, you’ll find the seedpods useful material for autumn bouquets, but wear gloves when cutting because the sap can be irritant, especially in the sun. Combine Dictamnus albus var. purpureus with others which enjoy similar conditions, such as ornamental grasses like Panicum or Pennisetum, plus flowering treasures like Echinacea, Euphorbia and Astrantia.

Key features

  • Comes back every year

  • Loved by pollinators

  • In peat-free compost

  • Low maintenance

  • RHS Award (AGM)

  • Fully hardy

Specs & details

  • Botanical name

    Dictamnus albus var. purpureus

  • Flower colour

    Pink

  • Plant size

    1

  • Established height

    60-1m

  • Established spread

    50-70cm

  • Plant spacing

    5 plants per m2

  • Leaf colour

    Green

  • Habit

    Upright
    Clump-forming

  • Life cycle

    Perennial

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy

  • Years to establish

    2-3 years

  • Sunlight

    Full sun
    Partial shade
    Dappled shade

  • Position

    Sheltered

  • Suitable for

    Large containers
    Borders
    Cottage gardens
    Low maintenance gardens

  • Soil acidity

    Any

  • Soil moisture

    Damp
    Free draining

  • Soil type

    Loam
    Clay
    Loam-based compost
    Chalk
    Sand

  • Growing skill

    Easy to grow

  • Scented

    No

  • Pollinator-friendly

    Yes

  • Mouse resistant

    No

  • Rabbit resistant

    Yes

  • Deer resistant

    Yes

  • Toxicity

    No report

Plant calendar

JanFebMarAprMayJuneJulyAugSepOctNovDec
  • Planting
  • Flowering

Useful information

    • Soak the Dictamnus albus purpureus roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting

    • Plant your "Dittany" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors

    • Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed. Some varieties are a length of root which should be planted lengthways and shallowly (1-2cm deep).

    • Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.

    Read all planting & care instructions

  • Orders placed until 29 February 2025
    You can expect your order in February/March 2025

    Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
    You can expect your order in March/April 2025

    Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
    You can expect your order within 10 business days

Perennials in 1 minute

The beauty of perennial plants doesn’t just lie in their long-lasting flowers and sturdy, resilient nature, but it’s their sheer determination to keep on coming back stronger every year —in year one they’re good, but in future years they’re even better!

World class bulbs

We cooperate with the best growers to supply world class bulbs and plants.

We ♥ our planet

We reduce waste by using recyclable packaging whenever we are able.

We've got your back

Excellent customer care: Our service is rated 4.8 out of 5 by our customers.

Spoilt for choice

Biggest ever selection of
flower bulbs and plants online. Lots of exclusive varieties.

Size matters

You can expect top size flower bulbs and bare-root plants. Always.