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Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris) Seeds (Organic)

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Description

Native to Europe and hardy to USDA Zones 3–9, Prunella vulgaris thrives in moist garden beds or wayside soils in partial shade to full sun. Its spreading habit makes it a reliable companion plant and a low-maintenance addition to perennial herb gardens, wildflower lawns, and pollinator strips. In the spring, sow seeds in pots or directly into garden soil. Barely cover the seed, keep evenly moist, and maintain cool, damp conditions for best germination. Germination typically takes 1 to 3 weeks.

Variety Details

  • Botanical name: Prunella vulgaris
  • Plant type: Perennial
  • Growth habit: Low Growing
  • Crop category: Vegetable
  • Recorded feature: Container Compatible
  • Product format: Seed packet

Sowing & Growing

  • Germination temperature: Soil Temperature: 60–75°F Planting Depth: Surface sow or lightly press into soil Germination: 14–21 Days Height At…
  • Maturity: Soil Temperature: 60–75°F Planting Depth: Surface sow or lightly press into soil Germination: 14–21 Days Height At…
  • Light: Full Sun/Part Sun
  • Planting season: Spring
  • Starting location: Direct Sow or Start Indoors & Transplant

Use the product-specific sowing figures for Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris) as the starting point, then adjust timing to local soil temperature and frost conditions. Prepare the bed before planting, preserve the recorded spacing, and evaluate moisture at root depth instead of following a universal calendar. Watch development as the stated maturity window approaches and harvest at the size, texture, or color preferred for the crop. Label the row with the sowing date so actual performance can inform future plantings.

Before sowing Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris), review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

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Shipping Information

Ships from Northern CA.

Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb

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

Features

  • Attracts Bees/Butterflies
  • Container Compatible
  • Does Not Require Support
  • Easily Established
  • Edible Flower
  • Good for Drying
  • Lawn Alternative
  • Open-Pollinated
  • Plant Spreads
  • Provides Quick Growth
  • Requires Summer Water
  • Shade Tolerant
  • Thornless

Characteristics

Organic Status: Certified Organic Product
USDA Growing Zone: 3 - 10
Approximate Harvest Time : Early Fall
Approximate Harvest Time : Early Summer
Approximate Harvest Time : Late Spring
Approximate Harvest Time : Late Summer
Growth Habit : Low Growing
Life Cycle : Perennial
Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies
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
Soil pH : 7.1 - 7.5
Starting Location : Direct Sow
Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant
Sun Requirements : Full Sun/Part Sun
Useful Plant Part : Flower
Useful Plant Part : Leaves
Organic Certifier: Oregon Tilth

Planting & Care

Soil & Water: The plant prefers full sun to shade and moist soils. If you bump them up with organic compost, they can be prolific and stunning.

Planting & Growing: Sow seed in early spring or cold-condition in moist medium in the refrigerator (not the freezer) for a week or two before sowing in warm soil. Really a very easy plant to start and to grow. Thin or transplant to 6" apart.

Harvesting & Storage: The entire plant is active, but the flowers are most useful and should be picked right before bloom opens. Pick at full flowering glory and dry in the shade.

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