Marshmallow Seed
Althaea officinalis
Perennial
Zones 3-7
Sow seeds in the spring, scarifying helps germination. Barely cover seeds and tamp down firmly into soil and keep well watered. Germination in 1-2 weeks. Transplant in to pots and then the garden once robust. Plants prefer moist rich soils. Harvest roots after the second year of growth. Cut the side root and re plant the crowns.
Both the leaves, flowers and roots are high in mucilage that helps soothe inflamed tissues, great for the skin, digestive tract and sore throats.
Packet about 100 seeds
Open pollinated, no GMO’s, untreated, hand harvested
7 Layers Nursery cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always do research and seek advice from a professional before consuming and/or using a plant medicinally.
Althaea officinalis
Perennial
Zones 3-7
Sow seeds in the spring, scarifying helps germination. Barely cover seeds and tamp down firmly into soil and keep well watered. Germination in 1-2 weeks. Transplant in to pots and then the garden once robust. Plants prefer moist rich soils. Harvest roots after the second year of growth. Cut the side root and re plant the crowns.
Both the leaves, flowers and roots are high in mucilage that helps soothe inflamed tissues, great for the skin, digestive tract and sore throats.
Packet about 100 seeds
Open pollinated, no GMO’s, untreated, hand harvested
7 Layers Nursery cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always do research and seek advice from a professional before consuming and/or using a plant medicinally.
Althaea officinalis
Perennial
Zones 3-7
Sow seeds in the spring, scarifying helps germination. Barely cover seeds and tamp down firmly into soil and keep well watered. Germination in 1-2 weeks. Transplant in to pots and then the garden once robust. Plants prefer moist rich soils. Harvest roots after the second year of growth. Cut the side root and re plant the crowns.
Both the leaves, flowers and roots are high in mucilage that helps soothe inflamed tissues, great for the skin, digestive tract and sore throats.
Packet about 100 seeds
Open pollinated, no GMO’s, untreated, hand harvested
7 Layers Nursery cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always do research and seek advice from a professional before consuming and/or using a plant medicinally.