Canadian Wild Ginger Herb Seeds
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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring–Fall
Growth Habit
Low Spreading
Flavor Profile
Earthy Spicy
Plant Characteristics
Heart-Shaped Leaves
Use
Medicinal, Ground Cover
Growing Conditions
Moist, Shaded
Harvest Advantages
Spreads Easily
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About – Canadian Wild Ginger
Asarum canadense
Seed Names
Canadian Wild Ginger
Seed Type
Open-Pollinated
Canadian Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense) is a native woodland herb prized for its aromatic rhizomes and lush foliage. Traditionally used in herbal remedies, it makes an excellent ground cover in shady, moist environments and spreads naturally to form dense mats of green.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Partial to Full Shade
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch
Sowing Method
Direct or Indoor Start
Plant Spacing
8–12 Inches
Days to Maturity
120–150 Days
Soil Preparation
Cold Stratify 30 Days
Hardiness Zones
3–8
Water Needs
Moderate to High
Planting Season
Spring or Fall
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 100 sq ft
500
Up to 500 sq ft
1000
Up to 1000 sq ft