Product Review
Toothache Plant (Spilanthes oleracea) - The bronze-green leaves and the more potent yellow flowers have a taste and properties similar to coneflower. The yellow flowers and green leaves of toothache plant can be used in salads. The leaves/bud parts can be used in cocktails and ice dishes. Also called eyeball plant and paracress. Of course, there is a reason this Spilanthes is called toothache plant. It is called the toothache plant because it is said that when you chew on the leaves or flowers it produces a numbing effect to the tongue and gums. Toothache plant, or grows well in full sun to partial shade reaching a height of 18 to 24 inches with a spread of 24 to 30 inches. It has bronze-green foliage with yellow flowers with a red eye on top of long stems (which kind of looks like an eyeball; hence, the other name). To promote bushy growth wait until the fourth set of true leaves appear then pinch back the plant to the second set of true leaves. It is easily started from herb seeds directly sown in the garden or indoors sown in seed flats. Toothache plant grows as a perennial in frost free zones or indoors, but as an annual outdoors in cold environments.
- ATTRACTIVE AND UNIQUE GARDEN ADDITION: With its compact, pompom-like yellow flowers featuring a red center, our herb seed stands at 18-24 inch in height and is a stunning addition to any herb garden. Growing from mid summer to early fall, our toothache plant seeds are not only ornamental but also great for cutting, drying, and preserving, adding both beauty and functionality to your space.
- VERSATILE AND EDIBLE FLOWERS: In addition to its traditional and various beneficial uses, our herb garden seeds supports improvement of overall well-being. Its leaves are also edible, offering a unique, peppery flavor that's suitable for fresh salads for a flavorful twist. Its versatility offers both culinary and wide range of benefits. Making it the suitable herb seeds to plant outdoors.
- POLLINATOR-FRIENDLY AND UNWANTED BY DEER: Our Toothache Plant grow In areas under USDA Zones 9-11 and attracts beneficial pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, promoting a healthy garden habitat. Additionally, its aromatic foliage and unappealing taste make it naturally avoided by deer, making your edible plants safe even from wildlife-prone areas.
- BENEFICIAL AND TRADITIONAL PROPERTIES: Our perennial flower bulbs is known for its traditional uses. The leaves and flowers have been used historically to promote oral comfort and overall well-being. Our herb plants live for its natural properties that support a healthy environment, making it a popular choice of seeds to plant for herb gardens.
- EASY TO GROW AND ADAPTABLE: Adaptable to various garden settings, our herbs seeds for planting is simple to cultivate in full sun to partial shade and preferring moist, well-drained soil. It can be easily started from seed indoors and transplanted outdoors once frost has passed. To start, sow at a rate of 8-10 seeds with 12-15 inch spacing without covering under 70F to germinate for 7-14 days.
