TomorrowSeeds - Burdock Seeds - 50+ Count - For 2025 Planting Articum Lappa Kinpira Gobo Ngao Pong

Burdock is a large, brown root cultivated for its tender, crunchy white flesh which has a sweet, mild, earthy flavor reminiscent of artichokes. This highly nutritious root is a favorite in East Asia, and an essential part of the Zen Buddhist diet. Add to soups and stir-fries for richer flavor, or make traditional dishes like Chinese Burdock Bone Soup, Kimpira Gobo and Ueong Jorim. This first-year winter-hardy variety flowers ornamental purple burs from July to October and provides essential pollen and nectar for honeybees around August. Burdock plants can grow up to 3 feet tall. Burdock is easy to grow, making it a perfect choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet rewarding crop. Its hardy nature and ability to grow in a variety of climates make it a great choice for gardeners looking to experiment with different plant varieties.

Also Known As: Gobo, Japanese Burdock, Edible Burdock, Arctium Lappa, Lappa, Wild Burdock, Lesser Burdock, Great Burdock, Burdock Root, Dong Yang Lu Bo, Ngao Pong, Niu Pang, Uang, and Bardane.

Plant Name: Burdock
Latin Name: Arctium lappa
Days to Germinate: 7-21
Days to Harvest: 80
Plant Height: 3 - 5 Feet
Spread: 18 - 24 Inches
Growth Habit: Upright
USDA Zones: 3-9
Lifespan: Biennial
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2025
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.