Marshmallow plant seeds

Marshmallow has been used for centuries due to their curative properties. Its Greek name is Altea which translates into "healing plant". The roots are used for tea, or dried and made into a powder. The powder can be used as a vegan flour and thickener. The blooms of the Marsh Mallow are small and resemble a hibiscus. The petals are white, and the center is a deep burgundy color. 
 
When you read the ingredients on "Marshmallows" today,  they are made of egg whites, high fructose corn syrup, and gelatin. Real Marshmallows used to be made with the sweet and earthy root of this plant.
 
Marsh Mallow is a perennial (related to the hibiscus) that can grow up to 4 feet. It is used for medicinal, culinary, and ornamental purposes. Marsh Mallow grows hardy in zones 3-10.
 
Seed count: 30
 
**Cold stratification required prior to sowing. Read our growing instructions on how to stratify your seeds.