Lovage is generally cultivated as a sweet herb or food. Its' scent and flavor reminds me of its similarities with Celery but with out the strings found in the Celery. Lovage is a long-stemmed vegetable with long crisp flattish leaf stalks that are eaten raw or cooked as a vegetable flavor and smell is somewhat similar to celery. They make great companion plants with Asaparagus. Just plant in between your Asparagus. Or make a showcase and plant your Lovage herb plants in a Garden Fabric Grow Bag. Click here and find out how easy it is.
The root of Lovage is dug up at the end of the season and used as a vegetable or grated for use in salads. The leaves can be used in salads or soup. Or make a season broths, and the roots can be eaten as a vegetable or grated for use in salads. The seeds can be used as a spice, similar to fennel seeds.
Tea: dry the leaves and enjoy a delicious hot or cold tea.