Lovage Seeds

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Non-GMO, Heirloom Lovage Herb Garden Seed from True Leaf Market. Levisticum officinale. Lovage is a leafy perennial herb originating from regions in Southern Europe. This hardy and herbaceous variety is unique with how Lovage is the single cultivar as a Levisticum officinale type, residing in the parsley family. Lovage provides many culinary and health benefits, as these plants can grow up to 7" tall with shiny green leaves similar to celery! Download Free Herb Growing Guide PDF Lovage Herb Garden Seeds Latin Name: Levisiticum officinale Days to Maturity: 85-95 Perennial Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Seed Planting Depth: 1/2 inches Seed Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches Growth Habit: Upright/tall/herbaceous Soil Preference: Loamy, rich, moist and well-drained Temp Preference: Warm Light Preference: Full sun to light shade Pests/Diseases: Tarnished plant bug, leaf miner, celery worm Color: Shiny green leaves, stalks, umbles of small yellow flowers Flavor: Verdant, celery-like, savory similar to greens when cooked Lovage Herb Growing Habits Non-GMO (Levisticum officinale) Lovage grows as a leafy herb reaching up to 7" tall with hardy green stalks and shiny green leaves. As a perennial, Lovage blooms from late spring to early fall. Once your plants reach full maturity, Lovage develops verdant stalks and leaves with herbaceous growth"producing flavor similar to celery. Lovage continues growing throughout the warm season with an edible root, before it develops umbles of small yellow flowers and goes to set its celery seed. The Culinary Uses of Growing Lovage Garden Herb As a member of the parsley family with bright yellow flowers and verdant leaves similar to celery, Lovage is used medicinally, but can also be used in cooking as a bright addition to a variety of fresh dishes such as a fresh fruit salad or warm soup! As the verdant stems of Lovage are also edible and the roots can be cooked like a veggie, sauteed Lovage leaves similar to collard greens for a savory dish. You can also harvest the dried heirloom seeds of Lovage"which are also called "celery seed" and are often added to vinegar or potato recipes. The Health Benefits & Beverage Uses of Lovage Garden Herb & Seed As a leafy perennial herb, Lovage provides many health benefits. Verdant plants like Lovage are full of essential minerals and are rich in vitamin C. Lovage Herbs also boost your metabolism and can aid digestion. Blend the shiny green leaves of Lovage that are similar to celery into a healthy juice that cleanses the blood system and strengthens the heart! Try pairing Lovage as a blended green juice with cucumber, lime or adding it to other refreshing beverages. Lovage Garden Herb Seeds Per Package 250 mg - Approximately 90 Seeds 1/4 oz - Approximately 2,525 Seeds 1 oz - Approximately 10,100 Seeds 4 oz - Approximately 40,400 Seeds 1 lb - Approximately 161,600 Seeds 5 lb - Approximately 808,000 Seeds 25 lb - Approximately 4,040,000 Seeds Show more