Burdock Seeds - Gobo Takinogawa

Burdock Seeds - Gobo Takinogawa

Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. For best results, avoid heavy clay soils. Sow seeds in spring or fall in a sunny location. This variety does not bolt when sown in fall. Burdock seeds will not germinate without sensing light. Seeds must be barely covered with soil. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Thin out weak seedlings. Use in stir-fry, ohitashi, tempura, or pickle. Prepare root by rubbing off the skin with the back of a knife. Cut thin slices and soak in water for about 2 hours to remove bitterness. A classic Japanese dish called kimpira is made with shaved pieces of burdock, julienned carrots, celery, all stir-fried in sesame oil with soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and hot peppers. See recipe in catalog and online.

• 2 g packet - Approximately 120 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 1,700 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 6,800 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 27,200 Seeds