Alehoof (Glechoma hederacea), packet of 30 seeds, organic

(1 customer review)

$3.95

Family:  Mint (Lamiaceae)

Hardy to Zone 3 to 9

(Ground Ivy, Creeping Charlie) Creeping, low growing stoloniferous perennial, native to Eurasia. Plant prefers part shade and thrives in acid soil or regular garden soil.  A very common multi-purpose plant that has naturalized worldwide.  Used fresh, the plant is considered edible and nutritious in salads, and may be steamed as a potherb.  Traditional usage (TWM): eye infections colds, flu, and congestion.  In beer making, the herb was commonly employed to flavor, clarify and preserve the brew.  The widespread use of Alehoof in beer making was largely supplanted when hops gained popularity.  Sow the seed in the fall or early spring. If sowing in warm soil, a 10 day period of cold, moist refrigeration will improve germination.  Germination starts at 9 days and ongoing.  Sow seed on surface or barely cover with soil and press in hard, then keep evenly moist and in the light until germination.  This is a light dependent germinator.  Space plants 6 inches apart.  They will spread to form a carpet.

30 seeds/pkt., Open Pollinated, Untreated, NO GMO’s

In stock

Share your thoughts!

4 out of 5 stars

1 review

Let us know what you think...

What others are saying

  1. TJ Hom

    Unexpected results

    TJ Hom (verified owner)

    One of my first trials for an indoor plant. It grew unexpectedly after sitting in the soil for about 7 months. But I couldn’t keep it growing sure to indoor variables and living in a hot/humid climate.

    Upvote if this was helpful (0) Downvote if this was not helpful (0) Flag for removal

    Something wrong with this post? Thanks for letting us know. If you can point us in the right direction...

×

Login

Continue as a Guest