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À propos Ribwort Plantain

Ribwort plantain produces long, narrow, pointed leaves and tall flower stalks. It flowers in summer. It is sometimes found growing wild in fields and uncultivated areas up to zone 4. It self-sows. It thrives in any type of soil.

Its leaves, like those of the common plantain, are very useful for making poultices that relieve pain and reduce swelling from wasp or bee stings. It can also be used to make a syrup to relieve coughs.

Spacing: 30 cm.

Germinates in a cool place in 5 to 50 days and better after stratification.

Growing tips for Ribwort Plantain

Family
Plantaginaceae (Plantago lanceolata)
Number of seeds
± 50
Growing cycle
Perennial
Suggested sowing
Exterior | Interior
Ideal germination temperature
From 15 to 21℃
Germination time
5 to 50 days
Sowing depth
Three times the size of the seed.
Seed storage
In a dry place away from light.
Seed shelf life
2 years minimum
Exposure
partial shade|sun
Distance between plants
30-40 cm
*The suggested time concerns zone 4b. For zone 5 you can start 2 weeks earlier and in zone 3 delay by 2 weeks. The number of days indicated is calculated from planting in the garden. Click here to get your hardiness zone or create your gardening calendar with our Quebec partner, lamainverte.ca.

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What is stratification?

We have found that some seeds germinate better after a period of combined moisture and cold. We therefore indicate recommended stratification in the description. This information, necessary for adequate germination, will also be included on your packet.

How to stratify your seeds?

This involves sowing at least a month in advance and placing the moistened tray in a plastic bag in the refrigerator or outside. Still have questions?