Motherwort - Leonorus japonicus

Motherwort, with its characteristic heart-shaped leaves and towering inflorescences, is a fascinating plant. The delicate, lip-shaped flowers sit in dense, upright spikes, lending bouquets an unusual texture and structure. The color palette ranges from soft pink to a calming purple, creating a subtle, romantic nuance. It's a favorite of bees in flowerbeds.

Details:
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: March to April
Sowing outdoors: April to May
Germination time: 14-21 days at 20°C
Sowing depth: Cover with a maximum of 0.5 cm of soil

Height: 120 cm
Planting distance: 30 cm
Flower size: >5 cm
Flowering time: July to October

Soil: permeable, moderately humus-rich, fresh
Fertilization: organic fertilizer, slow-release fertilizer
Location: Sun
Water consumption: medium

Growing tips:
After sowing, the soil should always be kept slightly moist; it should never be allowed to dry out. Outdoors, choose a sunny location with well-drained soil and compost enrichment. After flowering, remove the old flower heads to encourage new growth. No special protection is necessary during the winter.

Use:
cut flower
Insect food

Bag contents:
approx. 150 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.