Organic stinging nettle seeds grow Urtica dioica, a tall, spreading perennial herb for dedicated beds and managed naturalized plantings. The plant prefers moist soil and can grow in sun or partial shade. Because it spreads by underground stems and produces stinging hairs, choose the site carefully.
Stinging nettle seed details
Botanical name:Urtica dioica
Seed: certified organic according to the current product record; certifier listed as Oregon Tilth
Life cycle: perennial
Mature height: about 48–60 inches
Spacing: about 12–24 inches after thinning
Sowing: surface sow; do not bury deeply
Site, sowing, and handling
Direct sow or start indoors according to the packet. Keep the seed zone consistently moist during establishment. Germination speed varies with temperature, and mature plants can spread beyond the original planting.
Wear gloves, long sleeves, and eye protection when handling established plants; the hairs can irritate skin. Keep the planting away from paths and play areas, and check local guidance before planting a species that can spread. Do not rely on this page for medicinal or food-use instructions.
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