{"product_id":"meadow-arnica-20-seeds","title":"Meadow Arnica – 20 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeadow Arnica, a vibrant wildflower native to North America, is prized for its cheerful yellow daisy-like blooms and traditional medicinal uses. This hardy perennial thrives in sunny meadows and alpine regions, adding a burst of color to your landscape while attracting beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeadow Arnica (Arnica chamissonis) and Mountain Arnica (Arnica montana) are both historically used for their potent anti-inflammatory properties, but they differ primarily in cultivation and origin. Meadow Arnica is a North American native that is easier to grow in home gardens, while Mountain Arnica is a European, high-altitude species. Both are medicinally interchangeable for topical use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Heirloom\u003cbr\u003e• Open Pollinated\u003cbr\u003e• American Grown Seeds\u003cbr\u003e• Perennial\u003cbr\u003e• USDA Zone: 3-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGROWING INSTRUCTIONS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo stratify Arnica, Meadow seeds, place them in a moist paper towel and store them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 30-60 days. This process helps to break the seed's dormancy and promotes germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, start Arnica, Meadow seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date or sow directly in the garden after the last frost date. Plant the seeds in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. Sow the seeds at a depth of 1\/4 inch and space the plants 12-18 inches apart. Optimal germination temperature is 70-75°F. Before planting, stratify the seeds by placing them in a moist paper towel and storing them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 30-60 days. Arnica, Meadow is a hardy plant that is relatively low maintenance and will thrive with proper care. Regular watering is important during dry spells, and the plants will benefit from a light application of compost or fertilizer in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArnica, Meadow is ready to be harvested once the flowers have fully formed. Simply cut the stems, hang them upside down, and allow the flowers to dry completely. Store the dried flowers in an airtight container in a cool, dark place, and they'll be ready to use whenever you need them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHey, you. We're committed to giving you the best stuff out there, and sometimes that means we find other cool people making awesome things. It's like we're the best matchmakers for your self-care routine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis product is from one of those super rad, small businesses that we’ve vetted and love. But since they're the experts, they'll be shipping it directly to you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo, don't be shocked when this little gem arrives in its own separate package, all by its lonesome. It's just a special delivery from a friend of the family!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45674946691233,"sku":"sku-39544628019337","price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/3401\/8927\/files\/arnica-meadow-arnica-chamissonis-20-seedssouthern-seeds-372212.jpg?v=1769550259","url":"https:\/\/havenherbs.com\/products\/meadow-arnica-20-seeds","provider":"Haven Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}