sweet annie plant seeds 100 Organic Sweet Annie Artemisia annua Seeds – New Hill Farms

sweet annie plant seeds 100 Organic Sweet Annie Artemisia annua Seeds – New Hill FarmsUp for sale is one pack of 100 organic Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua) seeds. Also known as Sweet Wormwood, Sweet Annie is well know for it's herbal medicinal powers and used as an essential oil. Sweet Annie is very easy to grow and a hardy garden addition for all zones. PLEASE NOTE: These seeds are very tiny and you will only receive 100 seeds. Please read the instructions below before ordering if this is your first time working with very small seeds

Up for sale is one pack of 100 organic Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua) seeds. Also known as Sweet Wormwood, Sweet Annie is well know for it's herbal medicinal powers and used as an essential oil. Sweet Annie is very easy to grow and a hardy garden addition for all zones.

PLEASE NOTE: These seeds are very tiny and you will only receive 100 seeds. Please read the instructions below before ordering if this is your first time working with very small seeds like these.

We offer flat rate combined shipping on all orders, no limit on the amount or type of seed packets.

CULTURE

Soil temperature: Min 70 degrees
Germination lighting: Light
Depth: 1/8"
Germination days: 10 days
Plant spread: 24"
Plant height: 48''
Plant type: Annual
Maturation days: 100 days

These seeds require light to germinate and they are best started in pots, but you can sow them directly in your garden in late spring once temperatures stay in the mid 70's.

The seeds are very tiny so it's best to mix them with sand and use a small shaker to distribute. For pots or trays start with pre-moistened potting mix and distribute the seed and sand mix on the top of your pot. These need light and warmth to germinate so expose to a light source and keep in the 70's during the germination process. They dislike being disturbed while germinating so water from below and once seedlings are around 3" tall slowly introduce them into your garden in spring after your last frost.

You can also direct seed in spring by mixing your seed packet with sand and using the shaker method in your garden bed. These grow rapidly and after around 100 days with start to create small yellow flowers and then seed pods.

Uses:

• Antimalarial Effects: Artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs) are recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for treating uncomplicated malaria. Note: The use of the whole herb alone is not recommended for treating malaria, as it may not be effective enough to kill all parasites and could lead to drug resistance.
• Anti-inflammatory and Pain Relief: Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, extracts have shown potential in reducing pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
• Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity: Sweet Annie contains numerous antioxidants, such as flavonoids and phenolic compounds, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. Lab studies have also indicated that its essential oil and extracts have antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties.
• Digestive Health: Traditionally, it has been used as a bitter tonic to enhance digestion, relieve stomach upset, and expel parasites.
• Potential Anticancer Activity: Preliminary lab and animal studies have indicated that artemisinin and its derivatives may have cancer-fighting effects against various cancer cells, including ovarian, lung, and colorectal cancer cells. However, more research and human clinical trials are needed to confirm these effects and determine safe and effective dosages.
• Other Conditions: The herb has been traditionally used for conditions like fever, headaches, jaundice, and various infections. Some research also suggests potential benefits for liver support and immune system modulation. 

How to Use:

• Tea: Steep 2-5 teaspoons of dried leaves in hot water; drink 1-3 times daily for fevers or digestive issues.
• Tincture: Fill a jar with fresh leaves/flowers (harvested in late summer/fall), cover with 100-proof vodka, let steep for 4-6 weeks in a dark place, strain, and label.
• Dosage: Tincture doses vary (e.g., 10-30 drops, 1-3x daily), but always follow a herbalist's guidance.
• Key Uses: Traditionally for malaria (rich in artemisinin), intestinal parasites, and "true heat" conditions.