{"product_id":"motherwort","title":"Motherwort seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eMotherwort (Cardiaca) is a remarkable herbaceous perennial in the mint family, long used in herbal traditions for heart health support, female reproductive balance, and digestive functions. Reaching up to 3 m in height, its robust, slightly spiny stems form a dense summer hedge that attracts pollinators with its small pink flowers, while helping to deter deer and other animals from garden beds. This plant is particularly well-suited to naturalized herb gardens or the back borders of ornamental beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can you grow Motherwort?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for zones 4 to 9, Motherwort grows well in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It tolerates poor soils and readily self-seeds once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and historical uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to Central Asia and Southeastern Europe, Motherwort (\u003cem\u003eLeonurus cardiaca\u003c\/em\u003e) has been naturalized for centuries in many parts of the world. Traditionally used in European herbal medicine for anxiety, menstrual cramps, and palpitations, it remains a common plant in modern apothecaries. Its name \"Motherwort\" reflects its historical association with female reproductive health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8–9: Direct sow in fall or early spring.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow in spring.\u003cbr\u003eZones 4: Heavy mulching or growing in a protected microclimate for good perenniality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1969\" class=\"\"\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 Motherwort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds on the soil surface and press lightly. Seeds need light to germinate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist until established, then water occasionally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest aerial parts when the plant is in full bloom for best medicinal value.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Readily self-seeds—cut back before seed formation to control spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed saving tips for future supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelecting plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose vigorous, mature plants for seed production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow flower stalks to dry on the plant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed harvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when seeds are dry and brown; shake into a container.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air dry completely and store in a cool, dry place. Viability of 3 to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organic Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644641632624,"sku":"MF-HERB-021","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Motherwort_24311ad2-b805-46d7-86c8-cf2e5fc4e506.jpg?v=1776548882","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-southamerica\/products\/motherwort","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}