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Add a rare and eye-catching native plant to your landscape with Giant Lousewort (Pedicularis procera), a distinctive perennial wildflower known for its tall flower spikes and pale yellow blooms. This species brings architectural height and a unique look to native meadows and naturalized plantings.
Giant Lousewort thrives in moist meadows, open woodlands, prairies, and restoration sites. As a hemiparasitic plant, it benefits from growing near grasses or other compatible plants, making it especially well suited for naturalistic settings rather than traditional garden beds. Its flowers support native pollinators, including bumblebees.
You will receive:
✔️ 100 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, untreated seeds
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful sowing
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Giant Lousewort
Botanical Name: Pedicularis procera
Plant Type: Native perennial wildflower (hemiparasitic)
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist to mesic, well-drained soil
Height: 2–4 feet
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Flower Color: Yellow
Native Range: Central & Western North America
Cold Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
Cold Stratification: Required (60–90 days)
Giant Lousewort seeds are best fall sown to experience natural winter conditions. This species grows best when planted near grasses or suitable host plants. Germination and establishment can be slow, but mature plants are long lived in appropriate habitats.
Giant Lousewort Seeds – Pedicularis procera, Native Wildflower (100 Seeds)
$9.99