{"product_id":"ashwagandha-seeds","title":"Ashwagandha Seeds — Withania somnifera","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Ancient Adaptogen\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAshwagandha\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eWithania somnifera\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most revered herbs in Ayurvedic medicine, prized for thousands of years for its adaptogenic properties. Also known as Indian Ginseng or Winter Cherry, this striking perennial produces small, star-shaped flowers followed by papery-husked berries reminiscent of tomatillos — and beneath the soil, the thick, fleshy roots are the real prize. Growing your own ashwagandha is a deeply rewarding experience, connecting your garden to one of the world's oldest herbal traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eRenowned adaptogenic herb\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of Ayurveda's most celebrated plants, grown for its medicinal roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental as well as useful\u003c\/strong\u003e — attractive star-shaped flowers and decorative papery-husked berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eLoves warmth and sun\u003c\/strong\u003e — thrives in NZ's warmer regions and sheltered garden spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast-germinating and rewarding for the herb garden or food forest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏺 \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest the roots\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically ready after the first growing season for drying and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds in spring once soil has warmed, into a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil. Ashwagandha is drought-tolerant once established and dislikes waterlogged conditions. Start indoors in seed trays 4–6 weeks before the last frost for a head start, then transplant to 60 cm apart. Best suited to warmer NZ regions such as Northland, Auckland, Hawke's Bay, and Nelson, though it can be grown as an annual in cooler areas. Harvest roots in autumn after the plant begins to die back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e5 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Ashwagandha (\u003cem\u003eWithania somnifera\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45028640292933,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_be543edb-dcd3-4c68-a0df-c2e0659da488.png?v=1779085596","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/ashwagandha-seeds","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}