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Salvia miltiorrhiza 'Dan Shen' Medicinal Root Seeds

Description

Cultivate a standout perennial with these Salvia miltiorrhiza seeds. Traditionally known as 'Dan Shen' or Red Sage, this unique plant is prized by gardeners for its striking visual features. It produces tall, elegant spikes adorned with vibrant blue to violet flowers in early summer, attracting pollinators. The most distinctive characteristic is its remarkable, richly colored roots, which add to its botanical intrigue.

This hardy and drought-tolerant plant forms attractive clumps of textured green foliage, making it an excellent choice for sunny borders, xeriscapes, and herb gardens. It is valued for its architectural form and long-lasting garden presence.

Growing Information

  • Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
  • Sowing: For best results, start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Surface sow or barely cover seeds, as they require light to germinate.
  • Best Planting Season: Spring, after all danger of frost has passed.
  • Days to Germination: 14–25 days
  • Time to Maturity: Plants establish over 2-3 growing seasons to develop a substantial root system.
  • Sun: Full sun.
  • Soil: Requires sandy, very well-drained to dry soil. Excellent drainage is critical for plant health.
  • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12-18 inches) to allow for mature clump formation.
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    Description

    Cultivate a standout perennial with these Salvia miltiorrhiza seeds. Traditionally known as 'Dan Shen' or Red Sage, this unique plant is prized by gardeners for its striking visual features. It produces tall, elegant spikes adorned with vibrant blue to violet flowers in early summer, attracting pollinators. The most distinctive characteristic is its remarkable, richly colored roots, which add to its botanical intrigue.

    This hardy and drought-tolerant plant forms attractive clumps of textured green foliage, making it an excellent choice for sunny borders, xeriscapes, and herb gardens. It is valued for its architectural form and long-lasting garden presence.

    Growing Information

    • Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
    • Sowing: For best results, start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Surface sow or barely cover seeds, as they require light to germinate.
    • Best Planting Season: Spring, after all danger of frost has passed.
    • Days to Germination: 14–25 days
    • Time to Maturity: Plants establish over 2-3 growing seasons to develop a substantial root system.
    • Sun: Full sun.
    • Soil: Requires sandy, very well-drained to dry soil. Excellent drainage is critical for plant health.
    • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12-18 inches) to allow for mature clump formation.

    A Thoughtful Gift for Garden Lovers

    Finding the perfect gift for someone who loves gardening doesn’t have to be complicated. Seeds are more than just a present — they’re an experience. A promise of growth, color, and time spent outdoors doing what they love.

    Whether it’s a burst of flowers, a productive vegetable patch, or a greener lawn, carefully chosen seeds make a meaningful and lasting gift. They arrive with possibility, grow with care, and leave memories long after the season ends.

    For anyone who finds joy in planting and watching life unfold, this is a gift that truly keeps growing.

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