5 pack x American Pokeweed Seeds for Planting 100 seeds

American pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) is a bold native perennial valued by foragers and wildlife enthusiasts—though all parts are toxic when raw. This 5-pack provides 100 seeds per packet for establishing naturalized plantings. Birds feast on the dark purple berries, spreading seeds across the landscape.

Pokeweed divides opinion: some see a towering weed, others see a striking native with magenta stems and berries that sustain dozens of bird species. This 5-pack of 100 seeds per packet gives you planting stock for wild borders or bird habitat areas. Know what you're growing—all parts are toxic to humans and livestock unless properly prepared by experienced foragers.

Key Benefits

• 5 packs × 100 seeds each for naturalized plantings
• Native North American perennial (Phytolacca americana)
• Striking magenta stems and dark purple berry clusters
• Critical food source for 30+ bird species
• Fast-growing; reaches 6–10 feet in one season
• All parts toxic—not for food gardens or livestock areas

How to Grow

1. Cold stratify seeds 60–90 days in moist sand (refrigerator)
2. Sow 1/4 inch deep in fall or early spring
3. Keep moist; germination occurs as soil warms
4. Thin seedlings to 3–4 feet apart
5. Establish in wild borders away from food gardens

Specifications

Quantity: 5 packs × 100 seeds. Variety: American Pokeweed (Phytolacca americana). Mature height: 6–10 ft. Spread: 3–5 ft. Berry color: Dark purple. Hardiness: Zones 4–9. Sun: Full sun to part shade.

What's Included

• 5 seed packets (100 seeds each)
• Germination and safety guide included

Care & Storage

Store seeds cool and dry. Cold stratification improves germination. Once established, pokeweed requires no care and may self-seed prolifically. Remove before seeding if spread is unwanted.

Key Terms

• Phytolacca americana — American Pokeweed; bold native perennial with toxic parts
• Poke sallet — Traditional Southern dish from young shoots (requires expert preparation)
• Cold stratification — Chilling seeds to break dormancy

Important Notice

• Households with children or pets (all parts toxic)
• Livestock owners (toxic to cattle, horses, pigs)
• Gardeners wanting tidy, controlled plantings

A cedar waxwing working a pokeweed cluster in October—that's the real reason to grow it.