filler · easy · mid
Ammi
Ammi majus · aka Queen Anne's lace, false bishop's weed
Ammi — often marketed as Queen Anne's lace — provides the airy, lacy white umbrellas that define modern cottage-garden wedding work. One stem breaks into 5–10 usable side stems, giving strong coverage. Sensitive individuals may develop skin irritation from handling; wear gloves at conditioning.
At a glance
| Family | Apiaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Mediterranean; commercially grown Italy, Israel, Colombia |
| Peak season | May, June, July |
| Availability | April to September |
| Stem length | 60–100 cm |
| Vase life | 5–10 days |
| Colors | white, cream |
| Price tier | mid |
Conditioning
Cut on a diagonal, fresh water. Splits into many usable side stems.
Care in the vase
- •Lacy umbrella-shaped flower clusters — signature filler
- •One stem provides many usable side branches
- •May cause skin irritation in some people — handle with gloves
- •Cottage-garden wedding staple
Design role & symbolism
Symbolismhaven, sanctuary
Occasionswedding filler, garden-style, boutonniere
Substitutesgypsophila, wax flower
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