4-Year Wisconsin American Ginseng Whole Root
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4-Year Wisconsin American Ginseng Whole Root
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Whole-root details
Origin, order size, preparation, and storage.Whole dried Wisconsin-grown American ginseng roots from our 4-year crop. This is the middle whole-root option we offer, sold by net weight.
What you receive
Choose 8 oz, 1 lb, 5 lb, or 10 lb. The weight selected at checkout is the weight that ships.
What the age means
4-year describes cultivation time. Root shape, size, color, crown, and branching vary naturally, and appearance can overlap between ages.
How to use it
Carefully slice the dried root before steeping or cooking. Add thin slices to hot water, soup, broth, or congee and adjust the amount and time to taste.
Compare root ages
Read the root age guide or compare every whole-root option.
Storage
Keep the roots sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Safety: Ask a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.
Grown by the Heil family
All the ginseng in this product is grown by us in Wisconsin. We never blend it with ginseng grown in Canada or Asia. Our harvest-lot records connect customer orders to the crop.
Compare whole-root options
Find the roots that suit you.The age tells you how long the roots grew. Each root has its own shape and markings.
Whole-root questions
How to choose, prepare and store your roots.Which age should I choose, 3-year, 4-year or 5-year?
The age is how many seasons the roots grew before harvest. The 5-year roots are our most premium selection and our first recommendation for a gift. The 3-year and 4-year roots also work well for tea and cooking, at a lower price per pound. Roots of different ages can look alike, so rely on the age stated by the grower. Compare the ages.
How is the root dried?
After harvest we clean and dry the roots on our own farm, then sort them by age. Every bag has a harvest-lot code that matches our records.
How do I slice a dried whole root?
Whole dried roots are very hard. Steam the root for 10 to 15 minutes until it softens, then slice it thin with a sharp knife on a stable cutting surface while it is still warm. Spread the slices out to dry before you store them sealed. If you would rather skip this step, buy ready-cut ginseng slices.
How should I store dried ginseng root?
Keep the roots sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What sizes are available, and will every root look the same?
Choose 8 oz, 1 lb, 5 lb or 10 lb. Larger orders come in individual 1 lb bags. Roots vary naturally in size, branching, color, and surface markings.