Description

Grow one of the most fundamental herbs of traditional Chinese medicine with our heirloom Astragalus seeds. Also known as Huang Qi, this hardy perennial has been a revered adaptogen in wellness practices for centuries, where the long, sweet roots are traditionally used. The plant itself is beautiful, forming a bushy clump of clover-like foliage with pretty spikes of pale yellow, pea-like flowers. Growing your own Astragalus is a rewarding, multi-year project for any serious herb gardener.

⭐ What you'll love

• One of the most important herbs in traditional Chinese medicine.
• A beautiful and hardy perennial with attractive foliage and pale yellow flowers.
• A rewarding long-term project to cultivate your own traditional herb garden.
• The roots are prized for their long history of use in wellness teas, tinctures, and soups.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 25 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Perennial
• Height: 2-4 feet
• Days to Maturity: 2-3 years for root harvest
• USDA Zone: 4-9
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Stratification: For best results, a 21-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator is recommended. Fall sowing for a natural winter is also excellent.
• Sowing: After stratifying, plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers loose, sandy, well-draining soil.
• Watering: Water regularly until established. Mature plants are quite drought-tolerant.

✅ 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.

Specifications

• Weight: 100gr
• Usage: Indoor & outdoor