Burdock (Arctium lappa), also known as Greater Burdock, Gobo, or Beggar?s Buttons, is a biennial root crop grown for its long, slender taproot with a crisp white interior and earthy, mildly sweet flavor. In the first year it forms a rosette of large green leaves, while in the second it sends up tall stalks topped with purple thistle-like flowers and burrs. Most notable for its edible root, prized in Asian cuisine as ?gobo? and valued in traditional herbal medicine, burdock is well-suited to cool and temperate climates and provides both culinary and cultural significance Germination in 7-14 days, maturity in 90-120 days first season Collected: 6/25 Germination: 85% As always, FREE SHIPPING on all orders within the US Please, if you have any issues with your order, germination or simply need planting instructions, reach out to me and I will take care of you. I always take care of my customer