Motherwort Seeds (Leonurus cardiaca) – Hardy Perennial Herb with Purple Flowers for Pollinators & Herb Gardens

Motherwort seeds (Leonurus cardiaca) grow into a hardy, adaptable perennial herb known for its upright, bushy form and soft purple flowers. Long valued in traditional herbal practices, Motherwort is also an excellent plant for pollinator-friendly gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects throughout the growing season.

This robust herb typically reaches 2–4 feet tall and performs well in a wide range of growing environments. Its resilience and versatility make it suitable for outdoor gardens as well as alternative growing setups such as containers, raised beds, or controlled indoor systems.

A Hardy Herb with Garden and Pollinator Value:
Sometimes called lion’s tail or throw-wort, Motherwort belongs to the mint family and is known for its vigorous growth and adaptability.

Plant characteristics:

• Perennial herb (Leonurus cardiaca)
• Grows approximately 2–4 feet tall
• Bushy growth habit with purple flowers
• Suitable for garden beds, containers, and indoor growing systems
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Why Customers Love Motherwort Seeds:

• Hardy and adaptable perennial herb
• Produces attractive purple flowers
• Supports pollinators in herb and flower gardens
• Can be grown outdoors or in containers
• Traditionally valued in herbal preparations

How to Use / How to Grow:
Sow seeds in well-draining soil in full sun to partial shade. Motherwort can be direct-sown outdoors or started indoors for transplanting. Keep soil lightly moist during germination. Once established, plants are low maintenance and tolerant of varied growing conditions.

Harvest & Use:
Motherwort has a long history of traditional use and is commonly dried for herbal teas, extracts, or infusions. Harvest aerial parts during flowering for best quality, following appropriate drying and storage practices.

Net Wt. 500MG