{"product_id":"semences-astragale-du-canada","title":"Akene Seeds - Canada Milk Vetch","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eTo successfully sow your seeds,\u003cbr\u003esee the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe Canada milkvetch (\u003cem\u003eAstragalus canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native perennial plant, reaching up to 90 cm in height. It is distinguished by its pretty cream-colored flowers, rich in nectar, attracting numerous pollinators. This nitrogen fixer, belonging to the legume family, plays an essential role in improving soil fertility. From August onwards, its flowers transform into pods containing seeds that remain on the plant throughout the autumn and even into early winter, thus providing an important food source for birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Index de sociabilité des plantes\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/l-index-de-sociabilite-des-plantes-un-outil-essentiel-pour-concevoir-des-amenagements-naturels-durables\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSociability Index\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: 2\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-843cefeb-7fff-601c-d3c9-dc9beba53eed\"\u003e→\u003c\/b\u003e Indicates the plant's behavior in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and Culinary Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe root of Canada milkvetch is analgesic and anti-hemorrhagic. It is also edible. It is harvested in spring or autumn. Some caution is recommended, as if the root is bitter, it could be due to the presence of toxic alkaloids.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Role\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis plant contributes to biodiversity by attracting various pollinators while enriching the soil thanks to its ability to fix nitrogen. By integrating milkvetch into gardens, a healthier and more sustainable ecosystem is promoted, while providing a suitable habitat for birds.\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanada milkvetch seeds must undergo \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure their germination. See the growing notes below for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility regarding the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always consult a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, culture forestière","offers":[{"title":"Envelope","offer_id":49896186740982,"sku":"sku-45030184681723","price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":49896186806518,"sku":"sku-46904921686267","price":15.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":49896186839286,"sku":"sku-46904921719035","price":30.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":49896186872054,"sku":"sku-47545733546235","price":48.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":49896186904822,"sku":"sku-47545733579003","price":78.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0354\/3286\/files\/astragalus-canadensis-astragale-du-canada-10.jpg?v=1769564812","url":"https:\/\/jardinierquebec.com\/en\/products\/semences-astragale-du-canada","provider":"Jardinier Québec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}