{"product_id":"semences-zizia-dore","title":"Akene Seeds - Golden Zizia","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 data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003eGolden alexanders (\u003cem\u003eZizia aurea\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native perennial plant, appreciated for its lacy umbels of small yellow flowers that begin to appear in early spring. Reaching up to 80 cm in height, golden alexanders stands out with its thick, deep green leaves and sturdy stems. Its early bloom provides a valuable food source for early-season pollinators, and its bright flowers add a vibrant touch of color to naturalistic gardens and meadows. Golden alexanders tolerates some shade but prefers full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003eFurthermore, golden alexanders is recognized as a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/les-plantes-cle-de-voute-des-piliers-essentiels-de-la-biodiversite\" title=\"Keystone plants: essential pillars of biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekeystone plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as it supports a great diversity of insects and birds that depend on the ecological resources it provides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/l-index-de-sociabilite-des-plantes-un-outil-essentiel-pour-concevoir-des-amenagements-naturels-durables\" title=\"Plant Sociability Index\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSociability Index\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e : 2\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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\u003eGolden alexanders has antispasmodic and digestive properties. Traditionally, its roots have been used in decoction to soothe stomach aches and relieve mild cramps. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGolden alexanders plays an important ecological role in local ecosystems. In addition to offering a nectar source to early pollinators, it is a host plant for the black swallowtail butterfly (Papilio polyxenes). The caterpillars of this butterfly feed on its leaves, thus contributing to the life cycle of local species. Its flowers attract many insects, including bees and butterflies, supporting spring biodiversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden alexanders seeds must undergo \u003ca title=\"Cold stratification of native seeds\" 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\u003eAkene 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":49896197030134,"sku":"sku-45033450963195","price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5G","offer_id":49896197062902,"sku":"sku-46906402668795","price":12.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":49896197095670,"sku":"sku-46906402701563","price":20.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":49896197128438,"sku":"sku-46906402734331","price":40.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":50486100426998,"sku":"sku-48767966707963","price":65.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0354\/3286\/files\/zizia-aurea-3.jpg?v=1769564823","url":"https:\/\/jardinierquebec.com\/en\/products\/semences-zizia-dore","provider":"Jardinier Québec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}