Lovage Seeds (Levisticum officinale) Grow a robust, aromatic herb with Lovage (Levisticum officinale). This perennial produces tall, leafy stems with a strong celery-like flavor, perfect for soups, stews, stocks, and herbal infusions. Hardy and long-lived, it’s ideal for herb gardens, perennial beds, and pollinator-friendly plantings. How to Grow Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in spring. Use fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep and thin seedlings to 40–50 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist until germination (14–21 days). Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Harvest leaves and stems as needed; roots can be harvested in autumn. Key Features Tall, leafy perennial with strong celery-like flavor Hardy, long-lived, and easy to grow Ideal for soups, stews, stocks, and herbal infusions Attracts pollinators and enhances garden biodiversity Suitable for herb gardens, perennial beds, and companion planting Ideal For Herb gardens and kitchen beds Culinary use in soups, stews, stocks, and teas Perennial borders and pollinator-friendly plantings Long-term herb cultivation with minimal maintenance Sowing Best time: Spring indoors or outdoors after frost Depth: 0.5–1 cm Spacing: Thin to 40–50 cm apart Prefers full sun to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil Quick Tip Regularly trim leaves to encourage bushier growth and a continuous supply throughout the season.
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