Boneset Seeds
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing the boneset seeds into the surface of the soil since they need light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the Eupatorium Perfoliatum seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing. To start indoors, scatter the seed on the surface of the soil in a flat; compress the soil slightly and keep it lightly moist until germination, which is naturally slow but should take place within 2-3 months. Keep the soil consistently moist, and transplant seedlings as soon as they reach a height of several inches.
Growing: Keep seedlings watered, since they need even moisture in their first year of development; they may not bloom until their second year of growth. Mature plants can tolerate drought, though they reach their full potential in moist, well-drained soil. This plant may spread by rhizomes and self-seeding, and can be divided after several years of growth. Cut the plant down to the ground after the first frost. This plant attracts butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut long stems of flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water. If using the plant as an herb, keep in mind that it is toxic when fresh and must be dried before use; the health benefits of this plant have not been proven, so use with caution.
Seed Saving: Late in the season, these fuzzy flowers will begin to turn dull brown. Snip off entire heads and spread them out in a protected location to prevent the light seed from blowing away. When the heads have completely dried, shake them to remove the seed. The fluff attached to the Eupatorium Perfoliatum seeds does not affect germination. Store the boneset seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Thoroughwort, Feverwort, Agueweed, Indian Sage
Latin Name: Eupatorium perfoliatum
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 143,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 48 Inches
Color: White
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant
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Boneset Seeds
Great Product
My order came quickly and everything looks great. This is the nicest seed packet I think I've ever seen, its a nice resealable packet and there is are detailed instructions on the back. It looks like very good quality to me and I can't wait to grow them.
well packaged
Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.
Return buy
Purchased seeds last summer for a pollinator garden. Needed more seeds for another pollinator garden so y'all were my 'go to' vendor. Also bought some herb seeds that I cannot find locally. I especially like the back of packet info including sowing guidance which puts needed information at my fingertips.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing the boneset seeds into the surface of the soil since they need light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the Eupatorium Perfoliatum seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing. To start indoors, scatter the seed on the surface of the soil in a flat; compress the soil slightly and keep it lightly moist until germination, which is naturally slow but should take place within 2-3 months. Keep the soil consistently moist, and transplant seedlings as soon as they reach a height of several inches.
Growing: Keep seedlings watered, since they need even moisture in their first year of development; they may not bloom until their second year of growth. Mature plants can tolerate drought, though they reach their full potential in moist, well-drained soil. This plant may spread by rhizomes and self-seeding, and can be divided after several years of growth. Cut the plant down to the ground after the first frost. This plant attracts butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut long stems of flowers that have just opened and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water. If using the plant as an herb, keep in mind that it is toxic when fresh and must be dried before use; the health benefits of this plant have not been proven, so use with caution.
Seed Saving: Late in the season, these fuzzy flowers will begin to turn dull brown. Snip off entire heads and spread them out in a protected location to prevent the light seed from blowing away. When the heads have completely dried, shake them to remove the seed. The fluff attached to the Eupatorium Perfoliatum seeds does not affect germination. Store the boneset seeds in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Thoroughwort, Feverwort, Agueweed, Indian Sage
Latin Name: Eupatorium perfoliatum
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 143,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 48 Inches
Color: White
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant
Reviews
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Boneset
Happy with the germination
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Boneset Seeds
Review
Great Product
My order came quickly and everything looks great. This is the nicest seed packet I think I've ever seen, its a nice resealable packet and there is are detailed instructions on the back. It looks like very good quality to me and I can't wait to grow them.
Review
well packaged
Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.
Review
Return buy
Purchased seeds last summer for a pollinator garden. Needed more seeds for another pollinator garden so y'all were my 'go to' vendor. Also bought some herb seeds that I cannot find locally. I especially like the back of packet info including sowing guidance which puts needed information at my fingertips.