SECTION: Herbs, Ashwagandha, Withania, Withania somnifera

“Indian ginseng”. Tender perennial grown as an annual, like a tomato. Ashwagandha is like ginseng – both are used to improve vitality and to aid recovery after chronic illness. While ginseng is hard to grow, this is easy and you get an immediate annual crop. Grow like tomatoes, but more resistant to cool weather. Roots, leaves, berries used for strengthening, anti-inflammatory, anemia.

One packet will plant 30-80 sq ft when using 16-24” spacing in the bed.

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EA CULTURE: TP/Spacing 16-24”

DAYS TO MAT: 90

SEEDS PER PACKET: 25

SOURCE CODE: C

PACKET LABEL INSTRUCTIONS: Grows like tomatoes or peppers. Start seed in flats (or plant direct) Transplant seedlings 18-24" apart into sunny, warm area. Light, well-drained soil is best. Amend soil with ample amount of compost-doesn't need that much N. Does not like cold nights. Water like tomatoes. Grown primarily for roots but leaves and fruit usable as well.