{"product_id":"marshmallow-herb-seeds","title":"Marshmallow Herb Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e4 feet. Attractive busy upright plant produces white\/rose flowers. This is the plant from which we get the name marshmallow, the ancient version of which was made from the starchy root. An easy to grow plant related to hollyhocks it has always had many medicinal and cosmetic uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMarshmallow Herb Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarsh Mallow is a cold-hardy perennial that prefers a moist environment as its natural habitat is open spaces near waterways. The original marshmallow was made using the root and sugar, far from the modern-day confection. All parts of this plant contain soothing mucilage, which has many medicinal uses. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loamy, moist soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemp Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green with pale pink flowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey and sweet mint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSowing and Growing \u003cbr\u003eSow seeds directly in the fall as stratification will aid germination, or start artificially stratified seed inside. Germination will take between 2 to 3 weeks. Marshmallow grows up to 3 to 4 feet tall and light pink flowers appear up and down the stalk in mid to late summer. This herb likes to be grown in full sun, but it can stand partial shade and thrives in cooler regions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting\u003cbr\u003eMarsh Mallow is known for its medicinal benefits which include soothing the gastrointestinal tract and the throat. It also has culinary uses. Leaves and flowers can be harvested anytime during the growing season. Dig roots in the spring or fall. All parts can be dried for winter use.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarshmallow Herb Garden Seeds - 0.25 Oz - Althaea officinalis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO - Heirloom - Open Pollinated - High Germination Rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds For: Herb Gardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMountain Valley Seed Company Brand - Premium Quality Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds Per Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 oz - Approximately 2,100 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Approximately 8,400 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Approximately 33,600 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"0.25 oz","offer_id":35545896321179,"sku":"41631","price":5.01,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":35545896353947,"sku":"41632","price":9.77,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":35545896386715,"sku":"41633","price":26.63,"currency_code":"PEN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0462\/6454\/9531\/products\/marshmallow-grown-wm_700.jpg?v=1597671791","url":"https:\/\/earthpak643-com.myshopify.com\/products\/marshmallow-herb-seeds","provider":"earthpak643.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}