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Source: Donna Bos
Apocynum cannabinum
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Apocynum cannabinum
Hemp Dogbane
Apocyn chanvrin
Seeds in stock
Available at table Mixed Sun, Dry
We currently accept seeds for this plant
Bloom Colour: Pink Bloom Period: Jun - Aug
Max Height: 4.0 feet
Max Width: 3.0 feet
Light Condition:
Full sun More than 6 hours of direct sun a day
Part shade More than 2 or 3 hours but less than 6 hours of direct sun a day
Soil conditions:
Moisture medium Tolerates medium soil condition
Lifespan: Perennial plants that will that come back year after year
Special Features and Considerations:

Plant Location

Distribution according to VASCAN

Distribution: Apocynum cannabinum
Ephemeral Native Introduced Excluded Extirpated Doubtful Absent

Ecological Benefits

Sowing Information

Harvesting and Seed Sharing

  • Harvest start month: August
  • Harvesting indicator:
    • Pods are open
  • Harvesting:
    • Use hand to detach from main stem
  • Seed viability test:
    • None
  • Packaging measure: None
  • Seed storage:
    • Air Dry in paper bag or open container, for a few days until crisp
    • Shake seeds to move them once in a while to prevent molding
  • Cultivar: None
  • Remove non-seed material
  • No harvesting video available at this time.