Stinging Nettle Seeds, 60 seeds

Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) is a hardy perennial herb valued for centuries in traditional herbal gardens. Known for its nutrient-rich leaves used in teas, soups, and natural remedies, nettle is also a host plant for butterflies and beneficial insects. Once established, it spreads easily, making it a reliable addition to herbal wellness and pollinator-friendly gardens. Best grown in a contained space or managed area due to its vigorous growth.

Seed Information

• Type: Herb Seeds
• Common Name: Stinging Nettle
• Genus: Urtica
• Species: Urtica dioica
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Features: Nutrient-rich leaves, herbal tea use, pollinator friendly, fast spreading
• Season of Interest: Spring to fall
• Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
• Watering: Moderate, prefers moist soil
• Climate: Temperate, Humid Subtropical, Mediterranean
• Growth Habit: Upright spreading perennial, 2–4 ft tall
• Soil Type: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil
• Soil pH: 5.5–7.5
• Planting Time: Spring or fall

Growing Instructions

• When to Plant: Sow directly outdoors in spring or fall; can start indoors 4–6 weeks early
• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for best growth
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
• Germination: 10–21 days at 65–75°F (18–24°C)
• Harvest: Harvest young leaves in spring and summer before flowering
• Tips: Wear gloves when handling fresh leaves; grows vigorously, so consider container or designated garden bed