Product Review
Common Plantain (Plantago major rosularis) - The flowers of Common Plantain are shaped like small green cabbage heads. Plants grow 12inches tall when in full bloom when grown from herb seeds. The foliage is low growing and green. The name 'Rosularis' means rose-like referring to the look of the flower heads which are shaped like double roses. Common Plantain will self-seed readily by dropping its seeds and forming new Plantain herbs the following spring. The leaves of this Plantago plant are edible and used in herbal medicine, but can be somewhat tough. The taste is that of very bitter salad greens with a lingering aftertaste not unlike spinach. Younger leaves are recommended as they are more tender. The sinews from the broadleaf plantain are very pliable and tough when fresh and/or wetted, and can be used to make small cords or braiding. When dry the sinews harden, but also become more brittle.
- RESILIENT HERBS FOR GARDENS: Growing 12 inches tall, our Green Plantains develop dense, rosette-shaped foliage that blends beautifully in meadows, borders, and pathways. As self-seeding perennials, our plant regenerates each year with little effort, making it a great choice for wildflower gardens and pasture plantings.
- LONG-BLOOMING, POLLINATOR-FRIENDLY: With small green flower spikes blooming from spring through summer or fall, our herb plants attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. Whether grown in a structured farm, home garden or left to naturalize, our Plantain plant seeds add visual interest while supporting beneficial pollinators.
- ADAPTABLE, HARDY PLANT FOR VARIOUS ENVIRONMENTS: Growing in USDA Zones 3-9, Plantains grow well in full sun to partial shade and tolerates mesic, dry, and clay-heavy soils. Our herb garden seeds live up to its reputation for withstanding diverse environments. This versatility makes them a great choice for any outdoor space.
- MULTIPURPOSE WITH TRADITIONAL USES: Our Plantain has been historically valued for culinary and household uses, with the plantain leaf being edible both raw and cooked. In addition, some are used as an outdoor plant to lower skin discomfort or serve as nutritious forage for livestock, making it a practical and versatile addition to both gardens and homesteads.
- EASY TO GROW: For optimal results, use 2-5 seeds for planting herbs, spacing them 6-18 inches apart in well-prepared soil. Our seeds germinate at 68°F, but if no sprouting occurs within 3-4 weeks, expose the seeds to 24-39°F for 2-4 weeks to encourage growth. Once established, our plant requires minimal upkeep, making it suitable for gardeners of all levels.
