(Lycopus europaeus)

Beautifully fragrant member of the mint family. We are growing it as a dye plant, but would continue growing it for the delicious gin & tonic aroma it exudes! The roots are used to dye plant and animal fibers brown, grey, and black depending on the mordant. We’ve had good luck getting dark greys with an iron mordant.

Plant seeds in early spring and make sure the soil stays moist until germination has occurred. They prefer cooler areas and more water than other plants. Slow to germinate, and can be fussy. We prefer to use sand dock roots for gray dyes on wool.

Packet: 100 seeds