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Scutellaria spp. 'Huang Qin' Medicinal Herb Seeds

Description

Introduce the elegant beauty and botanical intrigue of Scutellaria, commonly known as Skullcap, to your garden with these seeds. This selected variety, associated with the traditional name 'Huang Qin', is a cherished perennial herb prized by gardeners for its distinctive helmet-shaped blue to violet flowers and upright, bushy form. A stunning addition to sunny borders, herb gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

This hardy plant is valued for its adaptability and visual appeal, producing tall spikes of delicate blooms throughout the summer that attract bees and butterflies. It establishes a strong, woody base and returns reliably each year, offering long-lasting structure and color.

Growing Information

  • Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
  • Sowing: For best results, start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Seeds benefit from a period of cold stratification to improve germination rates.
  • Best Planting Season: Spring, after the last frost.
  • Days to Germination: 14–30 days (may be irregular).
  • Days to Bloom: Typically flowers in its second growing season.
  • Sun: Prefers full sun. Tolerates light afternoon shade.
  • Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained to dry soil. Excellent drainage is crucial.
  • Spacing: 30–40 cm (12-16 inches) to allow for mature clump formation.
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    Description

    Introduce the elegant beauty and botanical intrigue of Scutellaria, commonly known as Skullcap, to your garden with these seeds. This selected variety, associated with the traditional name 'Huang Qin', is a cherished perennial herb prized by gardeners for its distinctive helmet-shaped blue to violet flowers and upright, bushy form. A stunning addition to sunny borders, herb gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

    This hardy plant is valued for its adaptability and visual appeal, producing tall spikes of delicate blooms throughout the summer that attract bees and butterflies. It establishes a strong, woody base and returns reliably each year, offering long-lasting structure and color.

    Growing Information

    • Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
    • Sowing: For best results, start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Seeds benefit from a period of cold stratification to improve germination rates.
    • Best Planting Season: Spring, after the last frost.
    • Days to Germination: 14–30 days (may be irregular).
    • Days to Bloom: Typically flowers in its second growing season.
    • Sun: Prefers full sun. Tolerates light afternoon shade.
    • Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained to dry soil. Excellent drainage is crucial.
    • Spacing: 30–40 cm (12-16 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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