Bring natural beauty and resilience to your garden with Bhringraj, a versatile flowering herb known for its bright blooms and easy maintenance. Ideal for home gardeners and landscapers, Bhringraj plants thrive in full sun and warm conditions, offering an attractive addition to borders, beds, or containers. These non-GMO seeds germinate quickly and produce hardy perennial plants that flourish through multiple seasons.
Features
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Vibrant Blooms: Produces striking white flowers that brighten any landscape.
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Low Maintenance: Grows easily in various soil types with minimal care.
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity.
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Adaptable Growth: Performs well in containers or garden beds.
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Non-GMO Quality: Pure seeds with consistent germination and growth.
Specifications
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Common Name: Bhringraj
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Scientific Name: Eclipta prostrata
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Plant Type: Annual to short-lived perennial herb
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Growth Habit: Bushy, upright form
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
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Season: Warm season; spring to summer planting
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Sun Exposure: Full sunlight preferred
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Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loamy soil
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Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
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Water Needs: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
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Plant Height: 12–24 inches
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Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
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Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
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Germination Time: 7–14 days
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Days to Maturity: 75–90 days
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Non-GMO: Yes
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Heirloom: Yes
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Perennial: Yes, in tropical regions
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Uses: Ornamental, traditional herb garden, pollinator attraction
Planting Guide
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Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors when soil is warm.
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Press seeds gently into the surface and cover lightly with soil.
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Maintain consistent moisture until germination occurs.
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Transplant seedlings to sunny garden spots after the last frost.
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Water regularly to keep the soil damp but not waterlogged.