{"product_id":"cleaver","title":"Cleaver","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"438\"\u003eA native annual plant known for its clinging, bristly stems that sprawl across the ground or climb over nearby plants. Often found in woodland edges and hedgerows, cleavers are a highly valued wild herb with a long history of traditional medicinal use. The entire plant is edible when young and tender, though best known for its lymphatic cleansing properties and use in teas or tinctures. Its ability to self-seed and naturalise makes it a resilient addition to any wild herb garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1182\" data-start=\"974\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1005\" data-start=\"974\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Cleaver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eThis plant grows best in Zones 3–9 in moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It thrives in woodland gardens, along fence lines, or in shady corners of cultivated plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1636\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1215\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003eCleavers have been used for centuries in traditional herbal medicine across Europe and North America. Historically known as a blood and lymph cleanser, the plant was made into teas, tinctures, and poultices. Its sticky seeds and burr-like nature also led to practical uses—reportedly as a natural sieve or even for trapping small game. The young shoots were once eaten as a spring green to aid seasonal detoxification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1943\" data-start=\"1638\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1667\" data-start=\"1638\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1670\" data-start=\"1667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1684\" data-start=\"1670\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors in early spring or late autumn for best results.\u003cbr data-end=\"1756\" data-start=\"1753\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1756\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow in early spring or autumn; prefers cool, damp conditions to germinate.\u003cbr data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1862\" data-start=\"1848\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start in a cold frame or protected shaded area and allow to self-seed naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1943\" data-start=\"1638\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2375\" data-start=\"1945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1980\" data-start=\"1945\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Cleaver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1983\" data-start=\"1980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1996\" data-start=\"1983\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds directly 0.5cm (¼in) deep in shaded, moist soil.\u003cbr data-end=\"2058\" data-start=\"2055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2071\" data-start=\"2058\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain consistent moisture; do not allow to dry out in early growth stages.\u003cbr data-end=\"2152\" data-start=\"2149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2167\" data-start=\"2152\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest before flowering for the best medicinal potency. Use fresh or dry for later use.\u003cbr data-end=\"2259\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2275\" data-start=\"2259\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal care required; allow plants to sprawl or climb; cut back after flowering to control spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2761\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2415\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003eLet Seeds Ripen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow sticky seed clusters to mature and dry on the plant.\u003cbr data-end=\"2500\" data-start=\"2497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2522\" data-start=\"2500\"\u003eCollect Carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds cling to skin and fabric—gather by hand or by combing through plants.\u003cbr data-end=\"2601\" data-start=\"2598\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2619\" data-start=\"2601\"\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air-dry thoroughly; store in breathable bags in a cool, dry place.\u003cbr data-end=\"2689\" data-start=\"2686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2703\" data-start=\"2689\"\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds remain viable for up to 3 years if stored properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2842\" data-start=\"2763\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2787\" data-start=\"2763\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2790\" data-start=\"2787\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2842\" data-start=\"2790\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52198404686121,"sku":"MF-NATIVE-042","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/6225\/6681\/files\/Cleaver.jpg?v=1764456964","url":"https:\/\/konnichiwa.ca\/products\/cleaver","provider":"こんにちはマート | KON NICHIWA MART","version":"1.0","type":"link"}