Levisticum officinale
Lovage
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Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Description
Celery flavored leaves for soups and sauces. Seeds are used in spreads, dressings, pickling. Start early indoors or outdoors after danger of frost.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Blooming
Pale yellow flowers that attract insects. Remove flowers as they appear to promote leafstalk growth. However, leave some flowers for the seeds.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Growth
Hardy perennial, garden herb. Stems are thick and hollow, leaves are dark green and shiny, similar to a carrot's. Grow lovage under full sun or partial shade for the best output.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Planting
Plant seeds in garden fall-spring. Lightly cover with sand and a burlap sack to aid in watering. Remove sack when seedlings sprout. Transplant into rows 18 inches apart, with plants 8 inches apart.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Pest
Remove and destroy plants with any sign of stem rot or yellowing of leaves and sow seeds in another location. Lovage is also prone to blights. Space plants adequately to curb this problem.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Interesting facts
The flavor of lovage is known to complement that of sour pickles, vinegars, beef stock, and potato dishes.
Lovage (Levisticum officinale) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in soil that is moist, fertile, and well-draining. Provide a mulch for overwintering in cold climates.
