Prices start at : 12.50 USD / Packet (7 g, 125 seeds)
Ginseng is relatively easy to cultivate provided that it has at least 70% shade, and has a rich, moist, well-drained soil high in humus and calcium. It is usually associated with beech, oak, poplar, and other deep-rooted hardwoods.
- Propagation / Germination: Supplied as stratified seed which has been conditioned to germinate the first season. Plant in the fall. Cultural notes included with seed.
- Heirloom: no
- Pests and Diseases: When grown with proper spacing, light, and soil, disease is not usually a problem. May be browsed by deer, but protected by stringing heavy, clear fishing line around planting area.
- Spacing: 3 inches apart
- Foliage: Palmate leaves usually with 5 toothed leaflets
- Diameter: 4 to 5, up to 12