Test Lovage (Levisticum officinale) Check out our other listings! Lovage is an easy to grow perennial plant that produces glossy, dark green leaves that have a bright, fresh flavor similar to citrusy celery. An ancient herb native to southern Europe, it could be found in most kitchen gardens during the Middle Ages for use in both cooking and for medicinal purposes in the treatment of digestive problems. All parts of the Lovage plant are edible, with the roots commonly used as a vegetable and the leaves and stems as a seasoning for soups, stews, and potatoes. The seeds can even be ground and used as a spice! Grows to between 5 and 8 feet in height, and easily self seeds. Trim back during the winter months when the plant is dormant and enjoy its return come spring! 90 days to maturity. Lovage Germination Guide Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed trays or small pots filled with a high quality seed starting mix, three to four seeds per cell/pot. Water regularly during germination. Be careful not to over water as overly saturated soil can cause the seeds to rot. Germination should occur within 10 to 14 days. Once the seeds have sprouted, move your trays/pots to a sunny location or place beneath a grow light. Continue watering regularly, and when the seedlings have grown their first set of true leaves you may thin to the strongest plant. Transplant seedlings to your garden once the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures are 60°F or higher. Select a spot with well drained, nutrient rich soil that receives full sun to partial shade. Space plants at least three feet apart so they have plenty of room to spread. Contact Us Don’t hesitate to contact us via eBay messages if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions. We’re always happy to hear from our customers, and we’ll gladly assist you in any way we can. Shipping All orders under $15.00 are shipped USPS First Class without tracking. If your order does not arrive after 10 business days, please reach out to us via eBay messages! Disclaimer We do everything we can to ensure your seeds will arrive to you in the best condition possible. Unfortunately, accidents can happen once the seeds leave our care and are with the U.S. Postal Service. If you aren’t 100% satisfied with the condition your seeds are in once they reach you, please contact us immediately and we’ll do our best to correct the issue.