Ashwagandha India Ginseng - Herb Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Solanaceae |
| Native region |
India and the drier Old World tropics |
| Mature height |
60-120 cm |
| Growth rate |
Moderate |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun |
| Watering |
Low; let soil dry between waterings |
| Soil / mix |
Sandy, well-drained soil, even poor or dry |
| Fertilizer |
Minimal; light compost at planting |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>The dried roots are powdered as a classic Ayurvedic adaptogen for stress, sleep and vitality. Leaves are used in traditional preparations, and the shrub doubles as a hardy ornamental in xeriscape gardens.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Sow seeds shallow, about <strong>1 cm deep</strong>, in seed trays or directly in pots; barely cover and keep just moist. Germination takes <strong>10-15 days</strong> in warm conditions. Transplant seedlings to 30-45 cm spacing once they have a few true leaves. The plant tolerates neglect once established. Roots are ready to harvest in <strong>150-180 days</strong>, when lower leaves dry and berries turn red-orange.</p>