ashwagandha plant seeds Ashwagandha Seeds | Withania somnifera | Heirloom

ashwagandha plant seeds Ashwagandha Seeds | Withania somnifera | HeirloomAshwagandha Seeds (Withania somnifera) Non GMO, Heirloom 30 Seeds Ashwagandha is a powerful herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for stress support, energy, and sleep. Its name means vitality of the horse, and its often called the ginseng of Ayurveda due to its wide range of wellness benefits. This upright plant grows over 2 feet tall, with small green to yellow flowers that develop into red berries by fall. The roots are harvested at the end

Ashwagandha Seeds (Withania somnifera) – Non-GMO, Heirloom - 30 Seeds

Ashwagandha is a powerful herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for stress support, energy, and sleep. Its name means “vitality of the horse,” and it’s often called the “ginseng of Ayurveda” due to its wide range of wellness benefits. This upright plant grows over 2 feet tall, with small green-to-yellow flowers that develop into red berries by fall. The roots are harvested at the end of the season, usually when the berries ripen in October. They’re dried and used in powder or tincture form. (Note: only the roots are used—other parts of the plant are not edible.)

Skill Level:

Intermediate     

Ashwagandha is easy to manage once established but benefits from a warm start indoors and well-drained soil. 

Growing Info: 

• Zones: Perennial in Zone 10, grown as an annual in cooler zones

• Light: Full sun to part shade

• Soil: Dry, sandy, well-drained

• Height: 2–3 feet • Soak Seeds: 24 hours in warm water

• Planting Depth: ¼ inch

• Germination Temp: 70–85°F

• Germination Time: 1–2 weeks (can take longer)

• Transplant: Move outdoors in June after frost

How to Start Ashwagandha Seeds:

1. Soak seeds for 24 hours to improve germination
2. Sow ¼" deep in trays or small pots with seed-starting mix 
3. Keep soil moist but not soggy 
4.  Cover with plastic to trap heat and humidity
5. Place in a warm spot with indirect light 
6. Remove plastic after sprouting to prevent mold 
7. Transplant outdoors when seedlings are strong and frost has passed

Tips: • Thin seedlings if crowded • Avoid rich soil—ashwagandha prefers tough conditions • Harvest roots in fall when berries ripen