Chia Seeds – Salvia hispanica Flower Plant

Chia is a fast-growing flowering herb valued for its nutrient-rich seeds, which are widely used as a superfood. The plant produces attractive spikes of purple, white, or blue flowers and is easy to grow in warm climates. Chia seeds are rich in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and antioxidants, making them popular for health foods, smoothies, baking, and hydration drinks. It is also a pollinator-friendly plant suitable for edible gardens.

Features

• High-nutrition edible superfood seeds
• Rich in omega-3, fiber, and protein
• Attractive purple or white flowering spikes
• Easy-to-grow herbaceous plant
• Drought tolerant once established
• Attracts bees and pollinators
• Suitable for edible and herbal gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Salvia hispanica
• Common Name (US): Chia Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Edible Herbaceous Plant
• Growth Habit: Upright annual flowering herb
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer through Fall
• Sowing Season: After last frost in Spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days in warm, moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, average fertility soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 2–4 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart