Grow a plant with a sweet history with our heirloom Marshmallow seeds. This is the plant whose roots were originally used by the ancient Egyptians and French to create the first marshmallow confections. A beautiful perennial, it forms a tall, stately clump with soft, velvety leaves and lovely, hibiscus-like, pale pink flowers. Beyond its unique history, Marshmallow is one of the most important plants in traditional Western herbalism, where the root is prized for its soothing qualities.

⭐ What you'll love

• The historic plant used to create the original marshmallow treats.
• Beautiful, hibiscus-like, pale pink flowers that are a favorite of pollinators.
• A famed medicinal herb with a rich history in traditional herbal practices.
• A tall, stately perennial that adds a soft beauty to the herb garden.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Perennial
• Height: 3-5 feet
• Days to Maturity: Roots are best harvested in the fall of the second year.
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period.
• Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator is recommended.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
• Soil: Prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

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