Lovage is an erect, herbaceous, perennial plant growing to 1.8–2.5m (6–8ft) tall, with a basal rosette of leaves and stems with further leaves, the flowers being produced in umbels at the top of the stems. The stems and leaves are shiny glabrous green to yellow-green and smell somewhat similar to celery when crushed. The larger basal leaves are up to 70cm (28in) long, tripinnate, with broad triangular to rhomboidal, acutely pointed leaflets with a few marginal teeth; the stem leaves are smaller, and less divided with few leaflets. The flowers are yellow to greenish-yellow, 1⁄ 16– 1⁄ 8in) diameter, produced in globose umbels up to 10–15cm (4–6in) diameter; flowering is in late spring. The fruit is a dry two-parted schizocarp 4–7mm ( 3⁄ 16– 1⁄ 4in) long, mature in autumn. [4] Distribution [ edit ] In the first year, only harvest the leaves of your plant. In the second year, you can start to harvest the stalks and roots. Cum faci cele mai gustoase murături". Adevarul newspaper. 13 September 2018 . Retrieved 17 March 2019.

That said, you can use the stems in any recipe where you would typically use celery or celery leaves.

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Not only does it use its needle-like mouthparts to puncture plants, it spreads disease as well. If you have an infestation of this bug, your plant will likely have distorted, yellowed leaves and growth can be stunted. Plants may fail to form flowers, as well. If you want to transplant lovage, do so in autumn or spring. Use this opportunity to propagate it by division. Not only does this have the advantage of having at least two specimens afterwards, it also ensures that the plant’s growth is stimulated by rejuvenation. The pathogens that cause leaf spot prefer warm temperatures and lots of moisture. Wind and water can transmit the bacteria and fungi between plants, and they can overwinter in garden debris and soil.

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Lovage, although relatively unknown in our herbal world today, is one of the ancients that should, perhaps, be given another look as either a culinary or health supporting herb to grow in your garden. Combining flavours: Get creative and combine lovage leaves with other herbs or tea leaves for new and interesting flavours. Mint, lemon balm, or chamomile all make great pairings with lovage. Botanical name and family: Levisticum officinale; lovage is a member of the Apiaceae—celery family) Lovage does best in full sun, but will tolerate a small amount of shade too. The cooler your climate, the more sun your plants will need.