Burdock - Great Burdock (Arctium Lappa)

Burdock, also called Great Burdock, is a robust biennial herb plant grown from herb seeds with long-stalked leaves.  Burdock herb is a nutritious medicinal herb used.

Great Burdock plant stalks are cooked like celery. The Burdock root is eaten raw or cooked like parsnips. Great Burdock herb seeds can be sprouted.

Herb Specifications

Season: Biennial
USDA Zones: 2 - 10
Height: 60 inches
Bloom Season: Late spring to mid-summer
Bloom Color: Purple
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained, moist soils
Deer Resistant: Yes
Latin Name: Arctium Lappa

Planting Directions

Temperature: Sow at Max 41F, germination irregular often several months
Average Germ Time: 30 - 90 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/4 inch
Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 36 - 48 inches

Quantity: 25 Burdock Seeds