Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a robust perennial herb prized for its aromatic, celery-like foliage and stems. The seeds from Samen Mauser enable home growers to cultivate this versatile kitchen herb from scratch.
Aromatic leaves and stems add a distinctive celery-parsley flavour to soups, stews, and salads
Hardy perennial returns year after year, reducing the need for resowing
Sow directly outdoors from April through July in sunny to partially shaded positions
Harvest fresh leaves from May onwards, with seeds ready from June through October
Das zeichnet Lovage aus
Lovage is one of the oldest cultivated European herbs, valued both as a culinary flavouring and as a garden plant that attracts beneficial insects. Its tall, sturdy stems and broad, glossy leaves make it a striking addition to any herb bed or kitchen garden border.
Ideal for...
Home gardeners and herb enthusiasts looking for a low-maintenance perennial that delivers fresh flavour across multiple seasons. Lovage suits cottage gardens, raised beds, and container cultivation on sunny patios.
Anwendung von Lovage
Sow seeds directly into well-prepared soil after the last frost, pressing them lightly into the surface. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination, which typically occurs within 14 to 21 days. Thin seedlings to 40 to 50 cm spacing once they are large enough to handle. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth, and collect seed heads when they turn brown in late summer.
Samen Mauser is a Swiss seed supplier offering a range of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds for home gardeners. The brand focuses on traditional, non-hybrid varieties suited to the Central European climate.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a tall perennial herb with aromatic, celery-like leaves and stems. It is used fresh or dried to flavour soups, stews, salads, and potato dishes, and the seeds can be used as a spice.
Sow lovage seeds directly outdoors from April to July in sunny to partially shaded positions. The seeds germinate in 14 to 21 days when soil temperatures are consistently above 10 degrees Celsius.
Lovage plants reach 120 to 180 cm in height and should be spaced 40 to 50 cm apart. They thrive in well-drained, fertile soil and tolerate partial shade.
Lovage is a hardy perennial that returns year after year. In colder climates, mulching the base of the plant in winter helps protect the roots.
Fresh leaves can be harvested from May onwards. Seeds are ready for collection from June through October, once the seed heads have turned brown and dried on the plant.
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