Product Review
Lovage (Levisticum officinalis) - Lovage is a very old herb with properties perfect for today's healthy lifestyles. Its unique flavor, which many people compare to celery, can be used as a salt substitute, plus it gives extra flavor to vegetarian soups, stews, salads, and casseroles. Use lovage much like you would celery or parsley, but in smaller quantities since it does have a stronger flavor. Lovage works well in potato and tomato dishes, or anything in the starch category. Every part of this herb plant is edible! The lovage herb plant is quite large. It will grow to about 2 - 3 feet the first, year and then possibly upwards of 6 feet after the first year. One lovage herb plant is enough for a family. It can take partial shade and does better in soil that is fairly fertile and not too dry. If you have a longer growing season, you can direct sow this herb seed outside. In shorter growing season such as the North, start lovage herb seeds indoors about 6 weeks ahead for transplanting. Germination of these herb seeds generally takes about ten to fourteen days. Typically, use 4 to 5 lovage seeds per plant when planting this herb seed. When you move the plant to the garden keep it well watered for the first couple weeks, and feed with a natural fertilizer. The first year you won't see its full growth-it will only reach about 2 foot, but you can using the herb plant when it is only about 1 foot tall. Cut stems from the side, and chop to use in recipes.
- PERENNIAL HERB WITH FAST GROWTH: Our lovage seeds for planting is a hardy, long-lived perennial that grows rapidly, reaching a stunning 72-78 inches in height. Its robust flavor, similar to celery, makes it the perfect culinary herb seeds to plant as an addition to soups, stews, salads, and other dishes.
- ATTRACTS POLLINATORS & DEER-PROOF: Our herb plants not only enhances your herb garden with vibrant, yellow-green blooms in mid-summer but also attracts beneficial pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Additionally, Lovage is naturally deer-deterrent , ensuring your plants stay safe from wildlife-prone areas.
- DROUGHT TOLERANT & EASY TO GROW: Our Lovage is great for xeriscape and water-conscious gardens. Its deep taproot makes it drought-tolerant, and easy to grow. All you need to do is start planting 3-4 seeds per plant with 24-36 inch spacing at a depth of 1/4 inch under 68F to allow a quick germination time of 7-14 days. Making it the perfect perennial vegetable seeds any skilled gardeners.
- VERSATILE GARDEN USE: Whether planted in full sun or partial shade, Lovage seeds for planting herbs thrive in weather conditioned areas under USDA Zones 3-8 using any deep, well-drained soil. It’s a versatile herb seeds for planting in various garden settings, from raised beds to containers, making it adaptable to your unique gardening setup.
- EASY HARVEST FOR CULINARY USE: Our herb seeds for planting outdoors offer both leaf and seed harvests. The flavorful leaves can be picked before flowering and frozen for later use. Once the seed stalks ripen, collect the seeds for continued culinary enjoyment, making it a long-lasting herb plant in your kitchen.
