Product Overview
Grow your own Chia (Salvia hispanica), an ancient heirloom herb prized for its nutrient-rich seeds and attractive purple flowers. This fast-growing plant thrives in warm climates and is easy to maintain, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings including raised beds, traditional gardens, and containers.
Key Features
- Heirloom variety with nutrient-dense seeds
- Fast-growing and drought-tolerant
- Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
- Versatile for garden beds and container growing
- Produces green foliage and purple flowers
Growing Information
Chia prefers well-draining sandy or loamy soil and requires full sun exposure for 6-8 hours daily. It has an upright, bushy growth habit and reaches a height of 3-4 feet. The plant is low maintenance with low to moderate watering needs, making it drought-resistant. Expect maturity within 90-120 days, ideal for gardeners seeking a resilient and beneficial herb.