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A Seed Company On A Mission For Change
Seed Needs has been providing gardeners with quality seed products since 2010 and has shipped millions of packets to happy customers all over the US. We offer flowers, herbs, vegetables, vines, wildflower blends, seed packet collections and seed packet favors.
With the success of our brand, we have kept our promise to continually donate to different organizations and personally sponsor children all over the globe each and every month. We grew our sponsorships from just 1 child to over 100 children worldwide in only a few years. We would like to sincerely thank all who support us because it wouldn't be possible without you!
About Our Packets
Front Side
Seed packets by Seed Needs are beautifully illustrated and provide a colorful depiction of the variety inside. We provide the common name, as well as the scientific name, seed quantity and a few specs about the variety to be grown.
Back Side
Each packet contains full growing instructions on the reverse side. Specifications on sowing the seed, growing conditions such as sunlight and moisture preferences and germination and growth information can be found as well.
We also provide a QR code to scan for easy reordering.
About Our Seeds
- Always Non-GMO / Untreated.
- Stored in a temperature controlled facility that's free of moisture.
- Always packaged for the current and the following growing seasons.
- True to the variety advertised.
- 99% pure seed with no added fillers.
Seed Needs never knowingly purchases treated seeds products. We also do not treat any of our seed products with substances such as neonicotinoid or thyram.
Always fresh and intended for the current and following growing seasons. Seeds are packaged in water resistant / tear resistant packaging.
Heirlooms are varieties that have been purposely bred, selected and passed down from generation to generation. They are wholesome picks that will breed true to the parent seed every time.
Flowers will attract all sorts of beneficial insects to the garden, such as butterflies, bumblebees, honeybees and ladybugs.
Lovage has an interesting history as a beautiful herb. This herb is very stately as it grows to heights between four and six feet tall. At the top of its stems are beautiful pale yellow flowers.
This wonderful plant originally got the name "Lovage" from the derivative of "Love Ache". At first glance this seems to be a romantic woe or pain but in actuality it comes from the medieval name for parsley. You can trace the beginnings of this herb back to France, Europe, Romania and many more places. It has definitely been appreciated by many.
Lovage, scientifically called, Levisticum Officinale, flourishes in partly shady areas with a moist soil. This makes it an excellent choice for those difficult to plant areas.
It is no wonder that Lovage is virtually a universally favored herb. When you choose to grow this plant, nothing goes to waste. You can use the leaves in salads, soups and broths. The flowers are widely used in Romania to add extra flavors when pickling cabbages. Even the roots of this extraordinary plant do not go to waste. They are often eaten as a vegetable or a flavorful topping on salads. And, last but not least the seeds are often cherished as a spice, similar to the flavor found with fennel.
- Type: Herb
- Season: Perennial
- Heirloom: Yes
- Color: Green Leaves
- Height: 48" to 72" Tall
- Width: 36" Spread
- Harvest: 90 Days
- Uses: Culinary / Medicinal
- Environment: Full Sunlight / Tolerates Partial Shade
Sowing The Seed
Lovage is an easy herb to grow, from freshly harvested Levisticum officinale seeds. They can be started indoors, or directly outdoors. If started indoors, sow in peat pots, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. Sow them at a shallow depth of 1/16" under topsoil. Avoid burying them too deep since they will require direct sunlight to properly germinate. Transplant, or direct sow outdoors when the weather is warm and all danger of frost has passed.
Growing Conditions
Lovage plants will thrive in an area of full sunlight for the majority of the day, but will also tolerate partially shaded areas as well. They will also require temperatures of at least 70F and a soil that is loamy to average. Be sure that the sowing medium is also well drained as well. To increase drainage, we recommend adding a light compost to areas containing hard, compact soil. Water the seeds daily, until germination has successfully occurred.
Germination & Growth
Lovage seeds typically take anywhere between 7 to 21 days to germinate. The plants will reach a mature height of roughly 4 to 6 feet tall, and can be spaced about 24 inches apart from one another. Their towering heights make them a good selection for a backdrop herb, since their foliage is rather attractive anyways. The plants can be harvested to add flavor to soups, stews, sauces, salads and more. 90 Days.
Monica Lee
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2024
The seeds take More than a couple of weeks to sprout. We are trying to grow them in Southern California, where it’s very very hot, but I figured if parsley can grow luggage can grow.
L. O. Keeler
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024
I planted 10 seeds to start out. I have 9 great seedlings. I like that the package has 500 seeds. Plenty to share and use for multiple plantings. Germination rate is good.
J-eh
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
I own a couple of Click and Grow hydroponic systems. I bought the pods with the seeds for a while and then decided to try the experimental pods using my seeds. I have also used it to start seedlings indoors in the winter before transplanting outdoors in the spring. I live in Zone 4. Some seeds have worked, some have not like lavender. They recently added lovage pods to their collection. Never heard of it before. Did a little research and learned its a an herb, a perennial, and a secret ingredient in soups and sauces. Also learned that you can dry it, and grind it into a fine powder. Curious to see how they would do indoors, I planted a couple in the experimental pods during the winter to see how they would do. They have done exceptionally well. It does take a while for them to grow. I'm on my second batch and can't wait to transplant them outdoors.
Cimoszewicz Natasha
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
I was offered this plant as a garnish for salads in Slovenia last summer and have not been able to forget about it, nor find it bc of name difference! It is just the most refreshing taste you can imagine. Perfect for salads, soups, basically everything!
Beata
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024
Still waiting to grow bigger. Can't wait
Mariusz
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2023
Good yield from the seeds. Got most of them to sprout and grow. Good quality seed.
GF
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2021
UPDATE - 2022I planted these seeds indoors, barely covered w/ soil, under lights and they sprouted fabulously! I think that they were buried too deep when I planted them outside. The picture is the seeds after three weeks.2021 ReviewNone sprouted - NONE!! I planted them at the same time I planted dill, basil, oregano and sunflower seeds - everything grew except these! Waste of money.
Vee
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2020
I grew lovage all my life so much know ablot about it . These seeds were useless . After one month I have maybe 10 little plants bot taller than 1”So expensive for such poor quality. Maybe thats why they dont have a return policy . You cant know if they work or not unless you put it in the ground . You cant return it but they should give people’s money back if is not good . Dont buy from this vendor . You will throw the money away .I added a picture . On the left dill weed and parsley and in the right container lovage . All planted in the same week around 2 and a half months ago . Again no refund , not replaced not even an apology after i posted the review.
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