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Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis

$4.75

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These Marshmallow Seeds grow Althaea officinalis, a tall perennial herb, up to 3 to 5 feet, with pale flowers and mucilage-rich roots used in traditional herbal preparations. A packet holds about 25 non-GMO seeds that need cold stratification before sowing. It's drought tolerant and attracts pollinators once established.

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Highlights

  • About 25 non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds
  • Perennial, 36 to 60 inches
  • Root, stem, and flower are all edible
  • Drought tolerant, attracts pollinators
  • Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost

Best for

Herbal gardeners who want to grow their own marshmallow root.

Things to consider

  • Despite the page address, the listing doesn't label these seeds organic.
  • Seeds require cold stratification to germinate.
  • Herbal remedy claims aren't verified; check with a doctor before medicinal use.

Key specs

Price$4.75
Seed count25
Days to maturity50
Plant size36-60 in
SunFull
TypePerennial

Our take

A good specialty herb for patient growers willing to stratify seed.

Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis at a glance

BrandThe Living Seed Company
Price$4.75
TypeHerb
AvailabilityIn stock at livingseedcompany.com
Couponwelcome
ReturnsReturns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company…

Price check

At $4.75, the Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis is toward the top of The Living Seed Company's price range, whose 214 listed products run $3.50 to $1,125.

Buying from The Living Seed Company

The Living Seed Company is an easy recommendation for home gardeners and seed savers who want open-pollinated, non-GMO varieties at $3.50 to $4.75 a packet, including rare tomatoes and peppers you won't find on a hardware-store rack. Skip it if you're outside the US, since it no longer ships internationally. Returns aren't accepted, but the store says it will send a replacement if you're unhappy, so contact them rather than writing off a bad packet.

Shipping
Orders usually ship within 1 to 3 business days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. The company no longer ships internationally, and customers pay to reship packages returned for a wrong address.
Returns
Returns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company will send a replacement. Liability for a lost harvest is limited to the price of the seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

Do marshmallow seeds need stratification?
Yes. The brand says they need cold stratification for proper germination.
Is it organic?
The listing describes the seeds as non-GMO and open-pollinated but doesn't call them organic.
How much is the Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis?
The Living Seed Company lists it at $4.75 on livingseedcompany.com. We refresh prices throughout the day, but always confirm the final price at checkout.
Is there a coupon code for the Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis?
The Living Seed Company's store-wide code welcome can be entered at checkout on livingseedcompany.com. The Living Seed Company sets the discount, and some items or sale prices may be excluded.
What is The Living Seed Company's return policy?
Returns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company will send a replacement. Liability for a lost harvest is limited to the price of the seeds.
How long does The Living Seed Company take to ship?
Orders usually ship within 1 to 3 business days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. The company no longer ships internationally, and customers pay to reship packages returned for a wrong address.
Where can I buy the Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis?
The Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis is sold directly by The Living Seed Company on livingseedcompany.com. The Shop now button on this page goes straight to the product there, and code welcome can be applied at checkout.
Is the Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis in stock?
Yes. The Living Seed Company lists it as in stock on livingseedcompany.com as of our latest check. Stock and prices refresh throughout the day.
Is The Living Seed Company a legit store?
The Living Seed Company is an easy recommendation for home gardeners and seed savers who want open-pollinated, non-GMO varieties at $3.50 to $4.75 a packet, including rare tomatoes and peppers you won't find on a hardware-store rack. Skip it if you're outside the US, since it no longer ships internationally. Returns aren't accepted, but the store says it will send a replacement if you're unhappy, so contact them rather than writing off a bad packet. Our full The Living Seed Company review covers shipping, returns and what to check before ordering.
Is the Marshmallow Seeds - Althaea officinalis expensive?
At $4.75 it is toward the top of The Living Seed Company's range ($3.50 to $1,125 across 214 products).

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