{"product_id":"ga-liveche-lovage-bio","title":"Organic 'Lovage' Lovage","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic 'Lovage' lovage (Levisticum officinale) from the seed company Gaia, a robust aromatic perennial with a lemon celery scent\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eLovage 'Lovage' is an extremely robust \u003cstrong\u003e, heirloom perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e whose \u003cstrong\u003eentire plant is edible\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its bright fragrance is reminiscent of \u003cstrong\u003elemon celery\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a fresh, herbaceous note. Rich in \u003cstrong\u003equercetin\u003c\/strong\u003e (an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory), \u003cstrong\u003evitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003eB vitamins\u003c\/strong\u003e , it is as valuable medicinally as it is in cooking. Its \u003cstrong\u003elarge, yellow umbels\u003c\/strong\u003e appear in late summer before going to seed, attracting numerous pollinators. Its greyish-brown roots with creamy flesh are also used in herbal medicine. Undemanding, it faithfully returns year after year and requires very little maintenance, making it an essential herb for herb gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Parsley, Celery, Carrot, Chives, Leek, Fennel, Dill, Mint, Sage \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNefarious plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : — (simply avoid competition from very greedy plants)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Upright, vigorous clump\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 90 to 150 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 100 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : The entire plant is edible, rich in nutrients, with a celery-lemon flavor, nectar-rich umbels, and very robust\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Bright green\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Herbaceous, fresh, lemony, rich in aromatic oils\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -30°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStratify the seeds for two weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing. Sow them \u003cstrong\u003e6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep indoors \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before the last frost. Alternatively, sow directly in early spring when the soil temperature reaches \u003cstrong\u003e16°C (61°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Keep the soil moist until established, then transplant, spacing plants \u003cstrong\u003e90 cm (\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 in) apart and rows \u003cstrong\u003e90-150 cm (35-60 in\u003c\/strong\u003e ). Plant in \u003cstrong\u003epartial sun\/half shade\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 2) and water moderately (level 2). Lovage prefers deep, cool, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eHarvest the \u003cstrong\u003eyoung, tender leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e as needed. The \u003cstrong\u003estems\u003c\/strong\u003e can be cooked or used as a herb. For best quality, harvest stems and leaves in the \u003cstrong\u003emorning\u003c\/strong\u003e , after the dew has evaporated. Young stems can be stored whole, while the leaves can be dried for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003ebroths\u003c\/strong\u003e or soups to replace or enrich celery\u003cbr\u003e • As \u003cstrong\u003edigestive herbal teas\u003c\/strong\u003e made from the leaves\u003cbr\u003e • In \u003cstrong\u003esauces, dressings\u003c\/strong\u003e and marinades\u003cbr\u003e • The stems, cooked gently, are used to flavor stews and vegetables.\u003cbr\u003e • Seeds in breads, pickles or spice mixes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Lovage \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Lovage'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an indispensable perennial herb: aromatic, nutritious, robust, and incredibly versatile. A long-lasting ally for herb gardens and delicious kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075554631840,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/LivecheGaia.jpg?v=1765467532","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-liveche-lovage-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}