{"product_id":"usbrandseed-shepherds-purse-seeds-500-pcs-capsella-bursa-pastoris-for-wild-garden-greens","title":"USBRANDSEED Shepherd's Purse Seeds (500 PCS) – Capsella bursa-pastoris for Wild Garden Greens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrow a peppery wild green at home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSBRANDSEED offers 500 seeds of Shepherd's purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris) for a fresh, garden-supplied leafy green. Belonging to the Brassicaceae family, its young leaves carry a peppery, mustard-like bite that brightens salads and quick sautés. When sown in aerated, loamy soil with direct sun, these seeds germinate reliably and reward you with a compact patch of greens that can be harvested again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting rationale and garden fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShepherd's purse is well-suited for home gardens that want fast, seasonal greens with minimal maintenance. Its compact growth supports small beds, herb corners, or along borders, making it a simple addition to a mixed veggie patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow from seed and tolerant of direct sowing in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter establishing, it tolerates drier soils while still receiving ample sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy to USDA zones 6–10 and typically grown as a spring-sown annual with about 60 days to harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect sowing is possible year-round, starting in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to expect in your garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the soil emerges a quick-growing patch whose leaves offer a bright, peppery note. The plant adds a vibrant splash of green to salads, sandwiches, or light sautés, turning simple meals into small flavor experiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and easy to manage, with a steady harvest window as the plant matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves can be harvested in stages for a continuous supply through the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed value and usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pack includes 500 seeds, making it practical for single-season sowing or future plantings across successive micro-garden cycles. Use the greens fresh for salads, or lightly cook them to soften the peppery bite without overpowering other flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This is a seed kit for home gardening and culinary experimentation—not a guarantee of specific results. Growth varies with sunlight, soil, and climate conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Shepherd's purse easy to grow from seed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It is easily grown from seed and can be direct-sown in sunny, loamy soil, often ready for harvest in about 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What soil and light conditions does it prefer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It thrives in aerated loamy soil with direct sunlight and tolerates drier conditions once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"USBRANDSEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45817143132346,"sku":"B0FMR6F2XT","price":36.04,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/usbbrandseed-shepherds-purse-seeds-500pcs.jpg?v=1777540067","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/usbrandseed-shepherds-purse-seeds-500-pcs-capsella-bursa-pastoris-for-wild-garden-greens","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}