Wild Ginger Seeds – 10 Asarum canadense Native Woodland Herb Seeds

Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense) is a native woodland perennial prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves and unusual, jug-shaped flowers that bloom near the soil surface in spring. This low-growing herb forms a dense, spreading ground cover in shaded gardens, woodland plantings, and native plant landscapes. Its lush foliage provides texture and interest throughout the growing season, making it an excellent choice for naturalizing under trees and shrubs.

Wild Ginger is a versatile native that attracts pollinators and serves as a larval host for certain butterflies. It thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil and is well-suited for shade gardens, rain gardens, and restoration projects. The plant's common name refers to the ginger-like aroma of its rhizomes, though it is not related to culinary ginger.

Plant Features

• Native woodland perennial with broad, heart-shaped leaves
• Produces unique, maroon-brown flowers in spring
• Excellent ground cover for shaded areas
• Attracts pollinators and supports local ecosystems
• Drought-tolerant once established

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Asarum canadense
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Partial to full shade
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained
• Water Requirements: Medium to high
• Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 6-12 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches

Planting & Care

Sow Wild Ginger seeds in a well-draining seed-starting mix, barely covering them with soil. Maintain consistent moisture and provide a period of cold stratification to improve germination. Keep the seeds in a cool, shaded location until seedlings emerge. Once seedlings have developed a few sets of true leaves, transplant them into individual pots or directly into the garden after the last frost.

Choose a shaded spot with rich, humusy soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Wild Ginger spreads slowly by rhizomes and will naturalize over time, forming a lovely ground cover in woodland gardens.

What's Included

10 Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense) seeds.