{"product_id":"wasabi-japanese-liquorice-plant","title":"Wasabi - Japanese Liquorice Plant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA rare and intriguing herb for your healing garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWasabi is one of those plants that instantly captures attention — not just for its flavour, but for the experience of growing something truly different. With its lush green leaves and distinctive, aromatic character, it brings a sense of curiosity and discovery to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not your everyday herb. It’s for those who want to grow something special, something memorable, and something that transforms both the garden and the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose The Healing Herb Garden Wasabi?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Wasabi plants are carefully grown and selected to establish well in UK conditions. Supplied as strong, healthy plants, they are ready to grow in containers or sheltered garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur plants are carefully grown and nurtured with patience and care, so they arrive healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWasabi is a rhizomatous herb that produces fresh green growth from spring through to autumn. The leaves, flowers, and rhizome are all edible, each offering a fresh, aromatic flavour with a gentle sweetness and warming character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest grown in cool, shaded, and consistently moist conditions, it is ideal for containers, raised beds, or sheltered areas — even near water features where the soil remains damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWasabi – The Healing Herb Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsually available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring – Autumn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 – 40 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade \/ Shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in containers, raised beds, or sheltered garden spots with consistent moisture. Ideal near water features.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers part shade to full shade; avoid direct sun.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow around 40 cm for growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist — do not allow to dry out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove older leaves and protect from extreme conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 – 40 cm × 30 – 40 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick leaves as needed; rhizomes develop slowly over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves can be harvested throughout the growing season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, regular harvesting encourages growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTop tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves, flowers, and rhizomes can be used to add fresh, aromatic flavour to sauces, dressings, and dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in cool, shaded areas where moisture can be maintained.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy to around -5°C; protect or cover plants in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Healing Herb Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57303305093502,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/6048\/7509\/files\/wasabi-japanese-liquorice-plant-1778516.png?v=1777018408","url":"https:\/\/www.thehealingherbgarden.co.uk\/products\/wasabi-japanese-liquorice-plant","provider":"The Healing Herb Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}