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Isatic tinctoria - Woad, is a flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family with a long history of use as a dye plant. Woad has been cultivated for centuries as a natural source of deep blue dye, famously used by ancient Britons and medieval textile artisans. This hardy biennial is easy to grow, thriving in well-drained soil and producing clusters of yellow flowers in its second year. The blue pigment is extracted from its leaves, offering a rewarding process for natural dye enthusiasts.
Key Features:
Traditional source of deep blue dye
Hardy biennial, easy to cultivate
Second-year flowers support pollinators
A must-have for historical dyeing techniques and eco-friendly textile projects.
Isatic tinctoria - Woad, is a flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family with a long history of use as a dye plant. Woad has been cultivated for centuries as a natural source of deep blue dye, famously used by ancient Britons and medieval textile artisans. This hardy biennial is easy to grow, thriving in well-drained soil and producing clusters of yellow flowers in its second year. The blue pigment is extracted from its leaves, offering a rewarding process for natural dye enthusiasts.
Key Features:
Traditional source of deep blue dye
Hardy biennial, easy to cultivate
Second-year flowers support pollinators
A must-have for historical dyeing techniques and eco-friendly textile projects.