Burdock Plant

Arctium lappa

Grow one of the world’s most respected traditional medicinal herbs with this rooted and established Burdock plant. Arctium lappa is a hardy biennial valued for its large, distinctive foliage and deep taproot. For generations, burdock has been cultivated in herbal, culinary, and pollinator gardens, making it an excellent addition to any homestead or medicinal herb collection.

This healthy starter plant has an established root system and is actively growing, allowing you to skip the delicate seedling stage and enjoy vigorous growth from the beginning. During its first year, Burdock develops a lush rosette of large leaves while building its impressive taproot. In its second year, it produces tall flowering stalks with beautiful purple blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.

Plant Details

* Botanical Name: Arctium lappa
* Common Name: Burdock
* Plant Type: Rooted & Established Biennial Herb
* Growth Stage: Young starter plant
* Growth Habit: Upright rosette during the first year
* Light: Full sun to partial shade
* Water: Keep soil evenly moist while establishing
* USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
* Mature Size: 3–6 feet tall during its flowering year

What You’ll Receive

* One healthy, rooted and established Burdock plant
* Securely packaged for safe shipping
* Ready to continue growing in its nursery pot

Great For

* Medicinal herb gardens
* Pollinator gardens
* Cottage gardens
* Homesteads
* Culinary gardens
* Wildlife-friendly landscapes

Care Tips

* Plant in deep, loose, well-draining soil to allow proper taproot development.
* Provide at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
* Water regularly during establishment, then maintain consistent moisture without keeping the soil waterlogged.
* Mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
* If growing for the root, harvest during the first growing season before the flower stalk develops.

Important Information

Plants are living organisms, and every plant is naturally unique. Plant size, leaf size, shape, coloration, and overall appearance may vary depending on the individual plant and its stage of growth. Minor cosmetic imperfections are normal and do not affect the health of the plant.

This listing is for a rooted and established starter plant. Your Burdock will continue to develop larger foliage and a deeper taproot as it matures under proper growing conditions.

Every plant is carefully inspected, watered, and packaged before shipping to help ensure it arrives healthy and ready to thrive in its new home.

Please Note: Arctium lappa has a long history of traditional culinary and herbal use. This plant is sold as a live plant for gardening, educational, and ornamental purposes. Hidden Grove Apothecary & Plant Shop does not make medical claims regarding its use. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using any herb medicinally.

At Hidden Grove Apothecary & Plant Shop, we take pride in offering healthy, high-quality starter plants so you can experience the satisfaction of growing exceptional herbs from young plants into mature, thriving specimens.