RUE 300+ SEEDS INSECT PEST REPELLENT SPRING HEIRLOOM HERBS FLEA MEDICINAL USA

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$3.49
Climate
Cold, Highland, Humid Continental, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Semiarid
Form
Seeds
Common Name
Rue
Color
Green
Indoor/Outdoor
Outdoor
Growth Habit
Clumping
USDA Hardiness Zone (°F)
4 (-30 to -20 °F)
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Peat, Sand, Silt
Heat Tolerant Plant
Yes
Brand
The Green Grove Garden
Soil pH
Neutral
Season of Interest
Fall, Spring, Summer
Type
Herb Seeds
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering
Medium
Attracts Pollinators
Yes
Scientific Name
Ruta graveolens
Genus
Ruta
Sunlight
Full Sun, Medium Sun
Foliage
Semi-evergreen
Features
Air Purifying, Cold Resistant, Fast Growing, Open-Pollinating, Potted, Heirloom, Non-GMO, Pest Repellent, Bug Repelling, Flea Repellent
Cultivating Difficulty
Easy
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We are proud to welcome you to The Green Grove Garden. We were active plant propagators and Nursery owners for a number of years specializing in the production of plant plugs and seedlings for our on farm use. We have learned a great deal about seedling production, proper storage, handling and identification of quality seeds to be able to offer you the finest and freshest seeds available. Here is another of our prized offerings:

RUE 300+ SEEDS INSECT PEST REPELLENT SPRING HEIRLOOM HERBS FLEA MEDICINAL USA

* Rue is considered, by many, to be the top insect repelling plant in the world!  It is said to even ward off fleas!

* Rue is a perennial that is quite tolerant of drought like conditions.

* Rue was introduced to England by the Romans who used it extensively as a Medicinal herb.

* The smell of rue can ward off deer, dogs, cats, fleas and even Japanese Beetles.

* It has a unique bushy habit for an herb and is tolerant of nutrient poor, dry soils.

* If rue is pruned to control its bush like habit, it can be a useful hedge

* It will thrive almost anywhere but grows best in a sheltered and dry area.

* Rue grows well in poor, partially rocky soil.  In fact, in poor soil, rue supposedly becomes even more Winter hardy!

* Disease of Poultry and Cattle have been treated with Rue.

* The fresh and dried portions of Rue are used.

* The unique flowers of Rue are often times used for cut flower arrangements.

* Rue should be handled only with gloves to prevent skin irritation.

* Do not consume Rue before consulting a physician, and always use extreme care when handling Rue.

* Rue's smell is so strong it is said to be a deer deterrent.  This is attributed to the fact that rue is in the citrus family and thus has a strong scent.

Culture Notes:

Sunlight -Full

Days to Germination-7-14 

Life Cycle-Perennial

Sowing-Direct or Indoors

Days to Maturity-120

Sowing Depth- Surface sow as  light is required for germination. Gently press seeds into pre-moistened seedling mix so as not to bury them then cover seed tray with transparent plastic cover to maintain humidity.

Germination Temperature-68 Fahrenheit

We also offer numerous other complementary herbs, vegetables and flowers for the garden. We periodically run various specials so please look to see if we have any volume discounts available. 

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Seeds are packaged in a small poly bag. In an effort to keep costs low, and pass the savings onto you, we do not offer specific planting directions on seed packets. If you cannot locate planting instructions for your specific conditions, contact us and we'll do our best to instruct you on the proper methods.  

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