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Dame’s Rocket is often called “Wild Phlox” since the flowers are phlox-like in clusters on tall stems. However, these florets have only 4 petals (phlox have five), marking this species as a pink/purple member of the mustard family. Dame’s rocket is spectacular in early meadow bloom, and also carries a delightful clove-like scent. “Rocket” reflects the super-rapid growth in spring before bloom. The “Dame” in the name marks this flower as a favorite of women and mothers in medieval flower lore.
No. of seeds per lb: 272,155
No. of seeds per lb: 272,155
| Associated SKUs HSMG |
HSMQP (1/4 Pound) HSMLB (1 Pound) HSMLB5 (5 Pounds) HSMLB10 (10 Pounds) |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Dame's Rocket or Wild Phlox |
| Botanical Name | Hesperis matronalis |
| Seed Life Cycle | Perennials |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Mature Height | 36-48 inches tall |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Ships As | Seed |
| Coverage | 1/4 lb covers 1,089 sq ft. 1 lb covers 4,355 sq ft. 5 lbs covers 21,775 sq ft. 10 lbs covers 1 acre |
| Seeds Per Pound | 272,155 |
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Average, Moist/Wet, Well Draining |
| Soil Type | Clay Soil, Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Drought/Dry Soil, Moist/Wet Soil |
| Native To | Europe |
| Native To | Europe |
| Ideal Region | Southeast, Southwest, West, Pacific Northwest |
| Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Advantages | Fragrant |
| Prohibited In | Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Wisconsin |
| Is It Storable? | Yes - You can store your seed in any cool (not freezing) dry place that is not subject to extreme temperature variations. |
| Non-GMO | Yes |
| Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | Yes |
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsDame's Rocket Seeds
(based on 12 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
55%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (5)
- Accurate instructions (4)
- Hardy (4)
- Fragrant (3)
- Healthy (3)
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
- Garden (4)
- Outdoors (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid gardener (4), Getting started (3), Master gardener (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (8)
Most Liked Positive Review
It works great in NC mountains. At 4000
It keeps mountain hillside from washing
resembles phlox but takes less time to grow
It keeps mountain hillside from washing
resembles phlox but takes less time to grow
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Most Liked Negative Review
No luck on this one
I didn't have any luck with this flower. Didn't come up.
Will try another time
I didn't have any luck with this flower. Didn't come up.
Will try another time
Reviewed by 12 customers
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Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Long bloom time
- VERY deer resistant. Attracts Butterflies.
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
The deer and elk eat almost everything I plant - or at least chew on it. They haven't bothered these at all. And there are at least 6 species of butterflies that love it. Planted on a steep slope in fir/aspen/spruce woods.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
Dames Rocket looks good, but is an invasive noxious weed that escapes easily into the surrounding areas and crowds out native species.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
- Fragrant
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
smells divine in evening. looked great with daisies, beautiful blue violet color
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Patio
- Pool Area
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
This is considered a dangerous invasive, native or not. Each plant creates ,Illinois of seeds and it will take over natural woodland areas. Use with extreme caiution.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
I didn't have any luck with this flower. Didn't come up.
Will try another time
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
- Invasive Non-native
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
This has been classified as invasive and out competes native species to form a monoculture, is not a native phlox
- Primary use:
- Personal
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
sad to find out this is a species that competes for water with more benifical plants on a forest floor.
Pros
- Low Maintenance
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Border Control
- Erosion Control
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
We planted Dame's Rocket in an open field and they took off wonderfully, as we hoped they would. We will be buying more for next season.
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
Can't tell at this point as they are biennal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
Want butterflies? Plant this plant. Out of all the wildflowers and other flowers on my property the butterflies seem to like Dame's Rocket most of all. Planted in mass, this is a real attention-getter that seems to reseed itself readily and almost thrives on neglect. I've recommended this plant to many friends.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Hardy
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Flower beds
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
I love these flowers. I have seen these flowers in the ditces near my house and I could not find them in the stores. I have brought lots of wildflowers from this compnay for the last 5 years and I have LOVED everything that I have ever gotten from them. All the products are first quality.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Part shade hillside mtn
- Patio
Comments about American Meadows Dame's Rocket Seeds:
It keeps mountain hillside from washing
resembles phlox but takes less time to grow
- Primary use:
- Personal
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To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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