More about the plant below:
Lovage (Levisticum officinale)
category : herbs, perennials
position : sun, partial shade
height : up to 2 m
frost resistance : up to -20 ° C
reaction soil : neutral, slightly alkaline
preferences soil : fertile, humus-sandy, rich in calcium
watering : medium
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : yellow
shape : tufted, erect
period flowering : June-August
seeding : late summer, autumn
reproduction:seed
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : balconies, edible and medicinal plants, terraces, herbal bed
pace of growth : fast
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Lubczyk came to us from southern Europe and Asia Minor.It gained the reputation of an aphrodisiac in the preparation of love potions in our ancestors.Beliefs have changed, and the evocative name still appeals to the imagination.
Growth form of lovage
Lovage is a perennial plant distinguished by its wide habit. It reaches a height of 2 m and a width of 1 m.Thick, hollow shoots grow from a thick rhizome, topped with large, jagged leaves.In July, clusters of small yellow flowers form on the plants.
Lovage - position
Lovczyk prefers sunny to semi-shaded positions.Optimal development conditions are provided by warm, but not too dry places.
Growing lovage
One seedling fully covers the needs of a household of four.Due to its size, it should be grown at a distance of about 50 cm from other plants.Lovage is usually grown from cuttings. We start sowing seeds in April.
The cultivation is first carried out in a litter box, then the strongest one is planted into the ground. Once the plant has taken root well, it will not require any special care.The substrate should be moderately moist.Rooted rhizomes can be dug up and split.
Lovage - application
Root extracts are a component of, among others bouillon cubes and maggi seasoning. The herb is used to flavor many dinner dishes.Root infusions are diuretic and have a slight calming effect.
Tip
The herb is harvested in autumn in the second and third year of cultivation. The cleaned raw material is dried at a temperature of up to 35 ° C.
