Enhance your woodland or shaded garden with Wild Ginger Seeds, also called Canadian Heart or Snakeroot. This hardy, native perennial forms a dense ground cover with velvety, heart-shaped leaves and hidden brownish-purple flowers that bloom close to the soil in spring.

Asarum canadense thrives in moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade, making it ideal for shaded garden beds, borders, and underplanting around trees. Its attractive foliage adds a natural, woodland look while helping to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture.

These non-GMO Wild Ginger seeds produce low-maintenance plants perfect for naturalized landscapes and native plant gardens.

Features

• Premium non-GMO Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense) seeds
• Produces lush heart-shaped green leaves and unique hidden flowers
• Excellent ground cover for shaded areas
• Thrives in moist, well-drained soil
• Native North American perennial for woodland gardens
• Low-maintenance and long-lived plant
• Helps suppress weeds and protect soil
• Perfect for shade gardens, native habitats, and underplanting

Specifications

• Common Name: Wild Ginger, Canadian Heart, Snakeroot
• Scientific Name: Asarum canadense
• Plant Type: Perennial Herbaceous Ground Cover
• Foliage: Heart-shaped, velvety green leaves
• Flower Color: Brownish-purple (spring)
• Sunlight Requirement: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Soil Type: Moist, rich, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to High
• Germination Time: 30–90 days (cold stratification recommended)
• Maturity Period: 1–2 years to full spread
• Best Planting Season: Fall or Early Spring
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
• Temperature Range: 50–70°F (10–21°C)
• Plant Height: 6–10 inches (15–25 cm)
• Spacing Between Plants: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Planting Depth: Cover lightly with 1/4 inch of soil
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic Status: Conventional
• Fragrance: Mild earthy aroma from rhizomes
• Maintenance Level: Easy, low-maintenance
• Uses: Shady ground cover, native landscaping, erosion control, decorative planting
• Storage: Store seeds in cool, dark, and dry conditions until sowing

Planting Guide

• Stratify Seeds: Place seeds in moist sand and refrigerate for 60–90 days before planting.
• Prepare Soil: Use rich, loamy soil in a shaded or partially shaded area.
• Sowing: Sow stratified seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist soil.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently damp, especially during germination.
• Light: Provide dappled or full shade; avoid direct afternoon sun.
• Growth: Expect slow initial growth as plants establish their rhizomes.
• Maintenance: Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.