Astragalus Seeds - Herbaceous Perennial, Flowering
Astragalus membranaceus / Astragalus propinquus
Life Cycle: Perennial
Height: 1-3 ft
Max Width: 18 in
USDA Zone: 5-9
Light: Full Sun / Partial Sun
Harvest: 2 years
Astragalus Seeds - Astragalus membranaceus
About This Species
- Common Names = Astragalus / Milkvetch / Huang Qi / Mongolian Milkvetch
- Grows well in grassy regions and requires plenty of sunlight
- Drought-tolerant and heat-tolerant
- One of the 50 fundamental TCM herbs known as Huang Qi
- Dried root is used for fatigue, elevated blood pressure, seasonal allergies and flu symptoms
- Commonly used as a general energy tonic for physical exhaustion and chronic fatigue
Growing Tips
1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours. Sow seeds 1/8"-1/4" deep in small pots or flats with moistened seed-starting mix. Spritz with water to settle into soil. Place in refrigerator or cold-frame for a 21-day cold stratification period.
2. Then place in warm indirect sunlight and keep soil moist. Germination will occur in 7-14 days, but can take longer to break dormancy.
3. Resize into bigger pots as needed. Transplant 4” tall seedlings 12” apart in their permanent location after last frost. Protect young plants during the first few winters.*** Plants have long roots, so make sure they have plenty of room to spread.
*** Harvest in the fall, 2 years after planting.Additional Info
- Our plants are all grown & harvested 100% organically-- free of any synthetic fertilizers, chemical pesticides or GMOs.
- The literature here is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to replace the diagnosis or treatment of medical professionals. The information in this listing is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Please do your own research and learn any precautions associated with any of the natural herbs.