The most popular rootlet we sell. Shipping begins October 1st 2026 These are 3-year-old American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) rootlets from our family farm in Marathon County, Wisconsin. Hand-graded, dormant, and ready to plant. From the moment they hit your soil, you're 3 to 4 years from harvest. Sold in packs of 3 or more, starting at $14.99 for a 3-pack ($5 per rootlet). Larger packs available. Why 3-year is our top seller The middle path. 2-year rootlets cost less per plant, but you wait 4 to 5 years for harvest. 5-year rootlets are mature but cost more upfront. 3-year hits the spot: you're paying for 3 years of growth we've already done, then waiting 3 to 4 years for the roots to mature instead of the full 4 to 6. First-time growers tend to start here. So do commercial buyers who want to scale a plot without the upfront cost of 5-year stock. If you're not sure which age to pick, this is the right answer. Where these come from Marathon County, Wisconsin, is the ginseng capital of North America. The cold winters, glacial loam, and shaded hardwood canopy produce higher ginsenoside content than anywhere else on Earth. Asian buyers pay a premium for Wisconsin-grown American ginseng specifically. Your rootlets start their life in that soil. Shipping Rootlet shipping follows the ground, not the calendar — we can only dig once it's workable. That means one batch in early spring, as soon as the ground thaws, and another in fall, usually October but sometimes as early as September depending on the season. If you order while we're actively shipping, your rootlets go out within 2 business days in insulated packaging that keeps them cool and hydrated. If you order outside a shipping window, your card will be charged at checkout and your order held until the next batch is ready to ship. Free shipping on orders over $75. Standard delivery arrives in 3 to 5 business days within the U.S. We don't ship internationally. Live plant material is subject to import restrictions in most countries. How to plant your rootlets Pick a shaded spot. Ginseng wants 70 to 80 percent shade. Hardwood forests, north-facing slopes, or shade cloth all work. Test your soil. Target pH between 5.5 and 6.5. Loose, well-drained, slightly acidic, rich in organic matter. Plant 1 to 2 inches deep, bud end up, roots facing down. Space 6 to 12 inches apart. Crowding leads to disease. Mulch lightly with leaf litter. Water if your soil is dry. Then leave them alone. Your plants reach their fourth growing year (when berries appear) about one year after planting a 3-year rootlet. Those berries are the source of next season's Wisconsin ginseng seeds. Harvest the roots in years 6 to 8 from planting. For deeper detail on shade structures, pest control, and seasonal care, see our full planting guide. Quick specs 3-year-old rootlets at time of planting $5 per rootlet, sold in packs of 3 or more Hardiness zones 3 through 7 Soil pH 5.5 to 6.5 70 to 80 percent shade Plant 1 to 2 inches deep, 6 to 12 inches apart Harvest within 3 to 4 years from planting Health benefits of American ginseng American ginseng has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. Research links it to immune support, energy regulation, blood sugar management, and stress reduction. Wisconsin-grown American ginseng has higher ginsenoside concentrations than any other growing region. When you grow your own, you control exactly what goes into your supply. Our guarantee If your rootlets arrive damaged or unhealthy, contact us within 30 days. We'll replace them, refund you, or make it right. We can't guarantee germination because that depends on your soil, climate, and care. But we guarantee the product that leaves our farm. Order your 3-pack. We ship in 2 business days.
