Lovage leaves in soup with phlox flowers on a white countertop.
Lovage stems in a vase with flowers and leaves on a cutting board on a white background.
A close-up view of Lovage on a cutting board with a red handled knife on a white background.
An overhead view of Lovage with leaves and blooms arranged on a white background.
A close-up of Lovage leaves and flowers on a cutting board with full stems on white.
Lovage leaves in soup with phlox flowers on a white countertop.
Lovage stems in a vase with flowers and leaves on a cutting board on a white background.
A close-up view of Lovage on a cutting board with a red handled knife on a white background.
An overhead view of Lovage with leaves and blooms arranged on a white background.
A close-up of Lovage leaves and flowers on a cutting board with full stems on white.

Lovage Seeds,
Lovage

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Description

Flavorful, dark green leaves and yellow flowers; the leaves and seeds are used for flavoring stews, soups, salads, pickles, and more. Nice celery taste. The hardy plants can be grown in most of the North.

Growing Tips: Start seeds indoors at least 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Grow indoors, transplanting out after last spring frost.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Levisticum officinale
Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Requirement
8–12 hr.
Days to Germinate
10–14
Days to Maturity
90
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
8–24 in.
Ideal Temperature
60°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Start lovage seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, sowing them 1/4 inch deep, and transplant after danger of frost has passed. Germination takes about 10 to 14 days, with the seedbed held in the ideal range of 65 to 80 F. Lovage is a frost-hardy perennial for Zones 4-8, and the hardy plants can be grown in most of the North. Allow roughly 90 days to maturity; plants will flower in the second season of growth.

How to Sow and Plant

  • Seeds germinate in 7-21 days.
  • Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost and transplant after danger of frost has passed.
  • Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
  • Ideal germination temperature is 65-80 F.

How to Grow

  • Prefers full sun to part shade.
  • Provide rich, moist soil.
  • Space plants apart 2-3 feet apart.
  • Plants reach 4-6 feet tall.

PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • Typically a pest- and disease-free plant.

How to Save Seeds

  • Lovage is biennial; it will flower in the second season of growth.
  • Lovage is insect pollinated and will need to be isolated from other varieties, including wild relatives such as Queen Anne’s Lace, by about a mile to ensure pure seed.
  • The next season, plants will produce an umbel of flowers. Leave them on the plant in the ground until they are completely dry; the seeds will easily shake from the plants.
  • Place in a paper bag for 2 weeks to completely dry, and store in a cool, dry place.

FAQ

What does lovage taste like?

Lovage has a nice celery taste. The flavorful, dark green leaves and the seeds are used for flavoring stews, soups, salads, pickles, and more, and the plant also carries yellow flowers.

How big does lovage get, and how far apart should it be planted?

Lovage is tall, reaching 4 to 6 feet, so give it room: space plants 8 to 24 inches apart in rich, moist soil in full sun to part shade.

Is lovage a perennial, and does it have pest problems?

Yes, lovage is a frost-hardy perennial for Zones 4-8, and it will flower in the second season of growth. It is typically a pest- and disease-free plant.
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