Ramsons (Allium Ursinum), also called Wild Bear Garlic, is a perennial edible herb prized for its aromatic leaves and clusters of delicate white flowers. Its flavorful leaves are perfect for culinary uses such as pestos, soups, salads, and sauces, while the plant adds visual appeal to herbal and ornamental gardens.
This hardy herb thrives in moist, shaded woodland environments and is easy to grow from seed. Ramsons attract pollinators like bees and butterflies and can naturalize in garden beds for long-term harvest.
Features
- Premium Non-GMO Allium Ursinum seeds
- Produces aromatic, edible leaves with mild garlic flavor
- Delicate white flowers attract pollinators
- Hardy perennial herb, low-maintenance
- Ideal for edible gardens, herbal gardens, and woodland plantings
- Suitable for container planting and shaded garden areas
- Perfect for culinary applications: soups, salads, sauces, and pestos
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Allium Ursinum
- Common Name (US): Ramsons, Wild Bear Garlic
- Plant Type: Perennial herb
- Flower Color: White
- Foliage: Broad green aromatic leaves
- Height: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
- Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, rich soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
- Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
- Temperature Range: 50–75°F (10–24°C)
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
- Days to Germination: 21–35 days
- Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with ¼ inch soil
- Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Maintenance Level: Easy
- Uses: Edible leaves for cooking, herbal gardens, woodland gardens, pollinator-friendly planting, container gardening
Planting Guide
- When to Sow: Sow seeds in early spring or autumn; stratification improves germination.
- Seed Depth: Cover lightly with ¼ inch soil.
- Germination: Maintain soil at 55–65°F (13–18°C); germination occurs in 21–35 days.
- Light: Partial shade to full shade mimicking woodland conditions.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during germination.
- Spacing: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart.
- Maintenance: Remove weeds and mulch to retain soil moisture; leaves can be harvested once plants are established.