Non-GMO, Heirloom Burdock Chiko Herb Garden Seed from True Leaf Market. Arctium lappa. Burdock biennial herbs originated from regions in Europe and Asia and is a diverse herbal remedy that's been used in Ancient Chinese medicine. This hardy plant can overwinter as a season-extended herb, as it tolerates the cold and remains in deeply-worked soil. Harvest the edible leaves of Burdock early and store them throughout the year! Download Free Herb Growing Guide PDF Burdock Chiko Herb Garden Seeds Burdock Chiko Latin Name: Arctium lappa Burdock Chiko Days to Maturity: 63+(leaves) 100+ (root) Biennial Burdock Chiko Hardiness Zones: 3-10 Burdock Chiko Herb Planting Depth: 3/4 inches Burdock Chiko Plant Spacing: 2-3 inches Burdock Chiko Plant Row Spacing: 2 inches Burdock Chiko Growth Habit: Upright Soil Preference: Deeply-worked, loamy and well-drained Temp Preference: Warm Light Preference: Full sun to partial shade Burdock Pests/diseases: Slugs, snails and aphids Burdock Color: Light-brown to bark-colored slim roots, green leaves Burdock Chiko Flavor: Earthy, tender, similar to parsnips Burdock Chiko Herb Growing Habits Non-GMO (Arctium lappa) plants grow as upright herbs, extending 2-9" high as their light-brown or bark-colored roots develop deep in the soil during winter and fully mature by next spring or fall. These earthy garden herbs provide a biennial crop with edible green leaves that will be ready for harvest early. Your Burdock Chiko heirloom will grow as a season-extended herb, as it remains deep in the soil and stores well throughout the year. This herb will develop violet-colored flowers with bristles and sap-like texture during its second year in the warmer conditions of spring or early fall, before going to seed. Culinary Uses for Burdock Chiko Herb Garden Seed Burdock Chiko Herb is a well-known herb that can be a great alternative to planting vegetables, as it tastes similar to carrots with an earthy, sweet flavor and tender texture. You can also eat Burdock fresh or cooked similar to parsnips. This biennial garden herb is popular in Asian cuisine and makes a tasty addition to stews. You can also cook the leaves of Burdock into a savory greens dish similar to kale! Non-Culinary Benefits of Burdock Chiko Herb Seed Burdock Chiko Garden Herbs are diverse and provide several types of medicinal benefits. Burdock plants can be made into an herbal salve which is applied topically to the skin to help irritation. In Ancient Chinese medicine, Burdock Chiko has been used for maintaining overall health, aiding fevers, colds and chronic illness. As Burdock also provides high amounts of vitamin A, this season-extended herb also helps scalp irritation and promotes hair growth. Beverage Benefits of Growing Burdock Chiko Herb Seed Burdock Chiko plants can be made into an herbal tea called Burdock root tea, which aids inflammation, digestion and helps detox the body. This popular garden herb is also a bittering agent used in beer! Burdock Chiko Garden Herb Seeds Per Package: 1 oz - Approximately 2,100 Seeds 4 oz - Approximately 8,400 Seeds 1 lb - Approximately 33,600 Seeds 5 lbs - Approximately 168,000 Seeds
