Grow a classic from the old-world apothecary garden with our heirloom Horehound seeds. This distinguished perennial herb is most famous for being the key ingredient in old-fashioned horehound candies and throat lozenges. The plant forms a bushy, spreading mound of attractive, woolly, gray-green leaves. It is incredibly easy to grow and thrives in sunny, dry conditions where other plants might struggle. A must-have for any traditional herb garden, Horehound is a resilient plant with a rich history.
⭐ What you'll love
- The essential ingredient for making traditional horehound hard candies and cough drops.
- A very tough, low-maintenance plant that is extremely drought-tolerant.
- Attractive, woolly gray-green foliage adds unique texture to the garden.
- A historic plant with a long and storied history in traditional herbalism worldwide.
🌿 Seed details
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Plant Name: Horehound (Marrubium vulgare)
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Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
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Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
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Lifecycle: Perennial
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Height: 18-24 inches
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USDA Zone: 3-8
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Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
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Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, or start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
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Stratification: For spring planting, seeds benefit from 30 days of cold stratification in the refrigerator.
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Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
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Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
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Light Requirement: Full Sun.
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Soil: Prefers poor, dry, well-draining soil. Do not overwater.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
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- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
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