Marshmallow – 50 Seeds
Grow a plant with a sweet history with our heirloom Marshmallow seeds. This is the plant whose roots were originally used by the ancient Egyptians and French to create the first marshmallow confections. A beautiful perennial, it forms a tall, stately clump with soft, velvety leaves and lovely, hibiscus-like, pale pink flowers. Beyond its unique history, Marshmallow is one of the most important plants in traditional Western herbalism, where the root is prized for its soothing qualities. ⭐ What you'll love The historic plant used to create the original marshmallow treats. Beautiful, hibiscus-like, pale pink flowers that are a favorite of pollinators. A famed medicinal herb with a rich history in traditional herbal practices. A tall, stately perennial that adds a soft beauty to the herb garden. 🌿 Seed details Plant Name: Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO Lifecycle: Perennial Height: 3-5 feet Days to Maturity: Roots are best harvested in the fall of the second year. USDA Zone: 3-9 Origin: American Grown 🌱 Growing instructions Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period. Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator is recommended. Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep. Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart. Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade. Soil: Prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil. ✅ Our seed packets Professionally designed and made. Resealable for convenient, long-term storage. Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic). Includes full, detailed growing instructions. Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates. Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us! 🚚 Shipping FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more. Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order. Tracking is included with every order.
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Grow a plant with a sweet history with our heirloom Marshmallow seeds. This is the plant whose roots were originally used by the ancient Egyptians and French to create the first marshmallow confections. A beautiful perennial, it forms a tall, stately clump with soft, velvety leaves and lovely, hibiscus-like, pale pink flowers. Beyond its unique history, Marshmallow is one of the most important plants in traditional Western herbalism, where the root is prized for its soothing qualities.
⭐ What you'll love
- The historic plant used to create the original marshmallow treats.
- Beautiful, hibiscus-like, pale pink flowers that are a favorite of pollinators.
- A famed medicinal herb with a rich history in traditional herbal practices.
- A tall, stately perennial that adds a soft beauty to the herb garden.
🌿 Seed details
- Plant Name: Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)
- Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
- Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
- Lifecycle: Perennial
- Height: 3-5 feet
- Days to Maturity: Roots are best harvested in the fall of the second year.
- USDA Zone: 3-9
- Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
- Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period.
- Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator is recommended.
- Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
- Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
- Soil: Prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
- Tracking is included with every order.
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