{"product_id":"daucus-carota-chocolate-lace-flower-seeds","title":"Daucus carota 'Chocolate Lace Flower' Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDark, Dramatic, and Utterly Irresistible\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaucus carota 'Chocolate Lace Flower'\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most dramatic and sought-after flowers in the cutting garden. A stunning ornamental relative of the wild carrot, it produces large, intricate flat-topped umbels of the deepest chocolate-burgundy, so dark they appear almost black in certain light. Each flower head is a masterpiece of fine lacy detail, with a tiny deep-coloured floret at the very centre that gives the bloom its characteristic jewel-like quality. On long, strong stems above finely cut, ferny foliage, Chocolate Lace Flower brings a moody, sophisticated depth to borders and bouquets that is simply impossible to replicate with any other plant. Once you grow it, you will wonder how you ever gardened without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🫖 \u003cstrong\u003eDeep chocolate-burgundy umbels\u003c\/strong\u003e — large, intricate, and almost black in certain light, extraordinarily dramatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long strong stems and long vase life, a showstopper in dark and moody arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eFinely cut ferny foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e — delicate and beautiful even before the flowers appear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e — bees and beneficial insects are strongly attracted to the umbel flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct sow for best results, reliable and rewarding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDaucus carota prefers to be direct sown as it dislikes root disturbance. Sow directly into a sunny position with well-drained soil in autumn or early spring. Scatter seeds on the surface and rake in lightly, or sow at a depth of around 5mm. Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart. Plants are tolerant of poor, dry soils — avoid overwatering or heavy, wet conditions. Chocolate Lace Flower is biennial in some climates but often flowers in its first year from an early sowing. Performs beautifully throughout NZ in warm, sunny positions. Cut stems when the umbels are fully open for the best vase life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e5 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Daucus carota 'Chocolate Lace Flower'.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45035162665029,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_a8677fb9-eff1-4591-a897-350b2e896f6a.png?v=1779260950","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/daucus-carota-chocolate-lace-flower-seeds","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}