Goldenseal – Hydrastis canadensis Live Bare Roots | 6 Roots | Native Woodland Perennial | Shade Garden Medicinal Herb

Grow a treasured North American native with this set of 6 live Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) bare roots. This hardy woodland perennial is prized for its attractive maple-like foliage, delicate spring flowers, and bright red berries that follow after blooming. Goldenseal is an excellent addition to shade gardens, woodland landscapes, and native plant collections.

The plants are shipped bare root with dormant crowns (no top growth), making them easy to transplant during the dormant season. Once established, Goldenseal returns year after year, thriving in rich, humus-filled woodland soils with consistent moisture and shade.

You will receive:
✔️ 6 live Goldenseal bare roots
✔️ Botanical Name: Hydrastis canadensis
✔️ Dormant bare root rhizomes (no foliage included)
✔️ Ready for planting
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Goldenseal
Botanical Name: Hydrastis canadensis
Plant Type: Native herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Dormant bare roots
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
Soil: Rich, humus-filled, well-draining loam
Soil pH: 5.5–6.5
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not saturated
Bloom Time: April to May
Flowers: Small white flowers followed by bright red berries
Mature Height: 8–16 inches
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: Yes, in large shaded containers

💡 Care Tip: Plant the bare roots as soon as possible after arrival with the bud facing upward and just below the soil surface. Mulch with leaf litter or compost to retain moisture and mimic its natural woodland habitat. Goldenseal performs best in shaded locations with rich organic soil and consistent moisture.