Sage Dan-shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) Medicinal Herb Seeds for Home Gardens
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Herb Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Herb (Salvia miltiorrhiza)
- Germination Time 10-21 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 30-60 cm
- Sunlight Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil
- Watering Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Flowers on flowering stems 60-120 days after sowing; peak bloom in summer
- Suitable For Garden beds, borders, herb gardens, perennial borders
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Provide support as needed for stems; avoid overwatering; cut back after flowering to encourage bushier growth
Description
Sage Dan-shen is a perennial herb (Salvia miltiorrhiza) suitable for garden beds, borders, herb gardens and perennial borders. Sow 0.5-1 cm deep with 30-60 cm spacing in full sun to partial shade, and keep soil moderately moist but not waterlogged. Germination takes 10-21 days, with ideal growing temperatures of 15-25°C. Flowers appear on flowering stems 60-120 days after sowing, peaking in summer; support stems if needed and cut back after flowering to encourage bushier growth.