Outsidepride Arnica Montana - 400 Arnica Montana grows as a perennial in USDA Zones: 5 - 8. It thrives in full sun to partial shade areas and can handle acidic soil. Mountain Tobacco, also known as Leopard's Bane or Wolf's Bane is an aromatic daisy-like flower that grows up to 20 inches in height and is often grown in herb gardens. This heirloom plant produces yellow blooms that attract bees and are fragrant. Arnica is often used medicinally for bruises, sprains, soreness, swelling/muscle spasms, and arthritis. As an herb, arnica is usually put into creams and gels to be used topically. Sow 2 - 3 seeds per plant and keep moist until germination occurs. Our seeds are always Non-GMO and packaged for the current year.