{"product_id":"celandine","title":"Greater Celandine Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreater Celandine is a remarkable perennial plant, known for its delicate, long-lasting yellow flowers and unique, deeply lobed foliage. A member of the poppy family, this resilient plant adapts to a wide variety of conditions, making it ideal for naturalized meadows, woodland edges, or ornamental gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically recognized for its medicinal properties, Greater Celandine has been used for centuries in traditional remedies. Beyond its practical uses, it is an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens, as it readily self-seeds and returns year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to Grow Celandine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreater Celandine thrives in hardiness zones 4 to 9, tolerating both wet and dry conditions. It grows well in shade or partial shade and is perfect for borders, naturalized areas, and pollinator-friendly gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to Europe and Asia, Greater Celandine has a long tradition in herbal medicine. It was notably used for skin conditions, digestive support, and respiratory ailments. Its name comes from the Greek word \u003cem\u003echelidon\u003c\/em\u003e (\"swallow\"), as it was believed to bloom upon the swallows' return in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation for Canadian Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8-9: Sow seeds in fall or early spring for naturalized growth.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5-7: Start seedlings indoors in late winter and transplant after the last frost.\u003cbr\u003eZone 4: Sow directly outdoors in spring or apply heavy mulch in fall to protect young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Greater Celandine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow seeds 0.5 cm (1\/4 inch) deep, spacing plants 20-30 cm (8-12 inches) apart in rich, well-drained soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Water regularly during the establishment period. Once mature, the plant tolerates both dry and wet conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allow plants to self-seed naturally for continuous growth, or remove seed heads to control their spread.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pick fresh leaves and stems as needed for herbal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Harvesting Seeds for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllow to flower and go to seed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Let some flowers mature completely and form pods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e: When the pods turn brown and dry, harvest them before they open.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Extract seeds from pods and spread them on a towel to dry completely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Store dried seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored, they remain viable for up to 3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIslands Organic Producers Association (Certificate #1962)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644641501552,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-006","price":6.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Celandine-1-min_d58f5f9c-efab-4d9a-bd38-a708287362b9.jpg?v=1776548879","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-au\/products\/celandine","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}