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Marshmallow Herb Seeds Althaea Officinalis Medicinal Herb, 30 seeds

Marshmallow Herb Seeds Althaea Officinalis Medicinal Herb, 30 seeds

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Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) is a hardy perennial herb valued for centuries in herbal traditions and admired for its tall spikes of soft pink blooms. Known for its soothing properties, it is also a beautiful ornamental addition to herb gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Easy to grow and low maintenance, Marshmallow thrives in moist, fertile soils and provides both beauty and practical use.


Seed Information

  • Type: Herb Seeds
  • Common Name: Marshmallow, Marsh Mallow
  • Genus: Althaea
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Features: Tall pink flowers, soothing herb, pollinator friendly, low maintenance
  • Season of Interest: Summer flowering
  • Indoor/Outdoor: Both (outdoor beds, herb gardens, and containers)
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
  • Cultivating Difficulty: Moderate
  • Watering: Moderate to heavy, prefers moist soil
  • Climate: Temperate, Humid Continental, Mediterranean
  • Growth Habit: Upright clumping, 3–5 ft tall
  • Soil Type: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil
  • Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
  • Planting Time: Spring after last frost or late summer

Growing Instructions

  • When to Plant: Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors in spring
  • Soil: Fertile, moist, well-draining soil enriched with compost
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
  • Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially in dry conditions
  • Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
  • Germination: 14–21 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C)
  • Bloom Season: Mid to late summer
  • Tips: Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture; cut back in fall to encourage strong regrowth the next year
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Mia
Beautiful blooms

Top-notch seeds. Marshmallow Herb Seeds Althaea Officinalis Medicinal Herb germinated at a high rate and the seedlings transplanted without any shock.

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Jessica
Happy overall

Good experience overall. Marshmallow Herb Seeds Althaea Officinalis Medicinal Herb needed a warm spot to get going, but once sprouted they grew fast.

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Sarah
Great germination!

I was nervous about growing Marshmallow Herb Seeds Althaea Officinalis Medicinal Herb from seed, but the included instructions made it easy. Wonderful results!