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Epazote Seeds (Organic)

Epazote Seeds (Organic)

Source of a Potent Spice

Epazote (wormseed) - Chenopodium ambrosioides

Perennial wormwood-like plant is the source of a potent spice. The dried leaf is traditionally mixed in bean dishes.

  • Plant prefers full sun and does well in waste ground.
  • Strew seed on surface of sandy soil and keep moist until germination.
  • Takes about 1 week to germinate.
  • Thin or transplant to 1 to 2 ft. apart.
  • Certified organic, 300 seeds/pkt.

    Photo by Forest and Kim Starr
    USDA Certified OrganicCertified by Oregon Tilth
    Quantity Discounts for Epazote Seeds (Organic)
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    Buy 25 for $3.83 each
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    Description

    Epazote (wormseed) - Chenopodium ambrosioides

    Perennial wormwood-like plant is the source of a potent spice. The dried leaf is traditionally mixed in bean dishes.

  • Plant prefers full sun and does well in waste ground.
  • Strew seed on surface of sandy soil and keep moist until germination.
  • Takes about 1 week to germinate.
  • Thin or transplant to 1 to 2 ft. apart.
  • Certified organic, 300 seeds/pkt.

    Photo by Forest and Kim Starr

    These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

    Shipping Information

    Ships from Northern CA.

    Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb

    Dimensions: 5.0"L x 2.625"W x 0.1"H

    Features

    • Container Compatible
    • Good for Drying
    • Open-Pollinated
    • Somewhat Drought Tolerant
    • Succession Planting

    Characteristics

    Organic Status: Certified Organic Product
    USDA Growing Zone: 3 - 11
    Approximate Harvest Time : Early Fall
    Approximate Harvest Time : Early Summer
    Approximate Harvest Time : Late Summer
    Growth Habit : Herbaceous
    Life Cycle : Tender Perennial
    Plant Family : Amaranthaceae (Goosefoot)
    Plant Usage : Culinary Herb
    Plant Usage : Medicinal Plant
    Planting Time : Spring
    Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack
    Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5
    Soil pH : 6.6 - 7.0
    Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant
    Sun Requirements : Full Sun
    Useful Plant Part : Leaves
    Organic Certifier: Oregon Tilth

    Planting & Care

    Soil & Water: Thrives in dry to mesic soil in full sun. Regular garden soil, dry waterways, wayside or waste places are satisfactory.

    Planting & Growing: In spring, sow seed in pots or flats. Surface sow and press firmly, keeping moist, warm and in the light until germination (about 1 week). Thin or transplant to 1-2 feet apart. Pinch back tips to form bushy form and discourage seed formation.

    Harvesting & Storage: Harvest leaves to use fresh or dry and store.

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