Althaea
officinalis Seeds
Common name: Marshmallow
Family: Malvaceae
Genus: Althaea
Species: Althaea officinalis
Scarification/Stratification: Stratify
the seeds in midwinter, as they need a period of cool weather that mimics life
in the wild to germinate. Place a small amount of damp sand in a plastic bag
and mix the seeds with the sand. Let the bag stand at room temperature for a
day to absorb the moisture. Place it in the refrigerator for a month to six
weeks. Shake the bag occasionally, and if you see germination beginning,
immediately plant.
Germination:
the stratified seeds and sand on the top of the mix. Keep the container moist
by covering it with a tent made of toothpicks and plastic wrap.
container in a sunny yet cool area. Wait until after the last frost to
transplant the seedlings outside.
Description:
Althaea officinalis (Marshmallow, Marsh Mallow, or Common
Marshmallow) is a species indigenous to Africa, which is used as a medicinal
plant and ornamental plant. A confection made from the root since ancient
Egyptian time evolved into today’s marshmallow treat.
Store Policies
All seeds will come in a resalable
plastic zip lock bag wrapped in a protectant, so the seeds are not damaged by
shipping machines. All seed packets contain no fillers or other weeds or seeds
mixed in. Most have been harvested by hand & all test at a high germination
rate.
Seed Count
All seed counts should be considered estimates as the seeds is
packaged by hand, there is 2-3 more or less in a bag. We do our best to
ensure accuracy and will often add extra seeds. However, all estimates are
final.
Shipping
Seeds will ship without tracking numbers. Items
will be shipped 1-3 business days of receiving payment. Plants will be shipped
via USPS. Shipping usually takes anywhere from 3-5 days.
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Important! Please Read!
All seeds have been test sown to ensure germination.
Please familiarize yourself with growing conditions and instructions for your
seeds before you plant them, as all seeds are different. Basic growing
instructions can be found under each listing.
We Cannot Guarantee how much you will be able
to grow, as too many variables come into play, soil condition, your ability to
garden, weather etc. I guarantee that they arrive as described and are in good
viable condition and the germination rates are accurate.
