Parthenium integrifolium Seeds (Wild Quinine)

Wild Quinine (Parthenium integrifolium), also known as American Feverfew or Wild Vanilla, is a native perennial plant species found in the United States. It features clusters of small, white flowers atop tall, sturdy stems with toothed, lance-shaped leaves. Growing up to 3 feet in height, this wildflower adds beauty to prairies, meadows, and garden borders. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8. To cultivate Wild Quinine, gardeners can acquire Parthenium integrifolium seeds and sow them in well-drained soil and full sun, where the plant can thrive and attract pollinators with its lovely blooms.

Growing Parthenium integrifolium from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Medium Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Semiarid
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: White

Germinating Wild Quinine Flower Seeds

To germinate Parthenium integrifolium, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix, provide ample sunlight, regular watering, and a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged until the seedlings emerge, usually within 7-14 days.

We source all of our Parthenium integrifolium seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Wild Quinine seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Wild Quinine seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Parthenium integrifolium seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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