Boston
Plantain(Plantago)
75 days to maturity
Flavor Profile
Highly palatable to livestock and readily grazed ahead of many grasses and legumes; rich in calcium, magnesium and trace minerals with a mildly bitter herbal note.
Visual Characteristics
Hardy cool-season herb with narrow green ribbed leaves and upright flower stalks, typically reaching 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) tall.
Growing Tips
Grown as forage for cattle and sheep, a soil-building cover crop, or a medicinal herb; suits no-till and grazing systems and reaches usable maturity in roughly 60-90 days.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Robust and adaptable across roughly USDA zones 4-9; the species is drought-hardy and tolerant of a range of soils.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.