About This

• MEDICINAL HERB – Avena sativa, also called Milky Oats, valued for soothing, restorative qualities; used for tea, tincture, or oatstraw infusions to support calm and relaxation
• DUAL-PURPOSE PLANT – Grows beautifully as both herbal crop and soil builder; harvest green oat tops for herbal use or sow thickly as a quick cover crop to enrich soil and suppress weeds
• EASY TO GROW – Cool-weather annual thrives in a range of soils; direct sow early spring or late summer, keeping soil moist for steady germination and strong growth
• VERSATILE AND SUSTAINABLE – Tall, graceful plants produce straw for crafts, mulch, or chicken gardens; improves soil structure while yielding herbal material for home apothecaries and cat grass uses
• FAMILY OWNED USA SMALL BUSINESS – Heirloom non-GMO seeds from Survival Garden Seeds, a trusted American brand; always open-pollinated, untreated, and quality tested for garden success

Overview

• Indoor/Outdoor Usage : Indoor, Outdoor
• Brand : SURVIVAL GARDEN SEEDS
• Material Feature : GMO Free, Heirloom
• Color : green
• Special Feature : Disease Resistant, Drought Tolerant, High Germination Rate, Low Maintenance, Pest Resistant
• Expected Blooming Period : Summer
• Sunlight Exposure : Full Sun
• Unit Count : 2 Count
• Expected Planting Period : Spring to Fall
• Product Care Instructions : Direct sow in spring or late summer. Broadcast seeds and lightly rake into well-draining soil. Harvest milky tops when they are green and release white sap before the seed hardens. Oat straw can be harvested afterward. Our professionally designed packets provide precise instructions for planting depth, soil temperature, sunlight requirements, and moisture needs as well as expert tips for harvesting and sustainable seed saving to ensure future success. Direct sow in spring or late summer. Broadcast seeds and lightly rake into well-draining soil. Harvest milky tops when they are green and release white sap before the seed hard… See more