HB015

Epazote

HB015

Dysphania ambrosioides. A commonly used herb in southern Mexico. Aromatic foliage has a distinct and delicious flavor used to season beans, soups, shellfish, and other dishes. It reduces the flatulence caused by beans. Use only the long, lanced leaves. Avoid the flowers and seeds in cooking. Use the leaves fresh or dry and store for later use. Because it has a strong odor and flavor only a small amount is needed. Younger leaves are the most mild.

Epazote can grow up to 2-4 feet tall. The strong odor of epazote can mask the sent of nearby plants and prevent some insect predation. Scattering dried leaves throughout your garden may temporarily repel insects. Readily reseeds. To minimize it taking over your garden, bag the flowers to collect the seeds or snip flowers.

A staff favorite! Plant with the summer rains about 1/4 inch deep or less. Annual.

Approx. 0.1g/200 seeds per packet.
Limit 3 packets.

$3.95

Grew Fantastic!

Epazote grew fantastic, I had difficulty germinating seeds with bottled water but after a few days of rain it caused the seeds to germinate then explode in growth.

I now know epazote seeds have a higher germination rate with rain water.

I grew two beautiful epazote plants that I harvested for beans. I strongly recommend this plant if you’re a lover of southern Mexican food.

They are holding up well in the Texas heat and already regrew from harvest. 5 out of 5

HB015

Epazote

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