Annual Horticultural Plant Seeds For Sale In Lubbock

* In Eurasia, some authorities distinguish between cultivated and wild versions of parsnip by using subspecies sylvestris for the latter, or even elevating it to species status as Pastinaca sylvestris.

* The leaves contain 'stevioside', a substance that is 300 times sweeter than sucrose. * Stevia has become very popular as a natural sugar substitute with almost zero calories! * Because stevia has a negligible effect on blood glucose it is attractive...

* The species range in the eastern part of the USA is increasing as plants are used in landscaping. Golden-mane Coreopsis is native from the south Eastern and south central states of the USA.

* Usually flowers blue, pink, white, lavender, and purple. * An essential oil distilled from the plant is used in perfumery and lipsticks. The foliage makes a nice garden cover when not in bloom and the attractive seedpods add interest after flowering.

* The species name cernua is Latin for nodding. Bur Marigold seeds are sometimes eaten by ducks. It grows from 30-100cm tall in wet areas. Laevis) overlap in coastal areas, B. The leaves are sessile with a coarsely-toothed margin.

Flower color and size is quite variable. Flowers are pollinated by hummingbirds and butterflies. The hairy leaves, scalloped on the edges, are pea green, varying in size, all the way up to 3 in (7.6 cm) long and 2 in (5.1 cm) wide.

* In 2007, Guinness World Records certified that the Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) was the world's hottest chili pepper, 400 times hotter than Tabasco sauce! * Bhut Jolokia pods are unique among peppers, with their characteristic shape, and very thin skin.

It is native to Morocco , but it can be found elsewhere growing wild as an introduced species , such as California . The inflorescence is a raceme of flowers occupying the top of the stem.

* It was the favorite flower of John F. Extracts of the plant are added to hair shampoos and rinses. * A hardy cool season annual with blue, pink, or white 1 1/2" flowers, Branching, slender stemmed, spreading to 10 to 12 inches.

The fruit resembles a cucumber . Young fruit can be eaten as a vegetable while ripe fruits can be use to make bath sponges. * Luffa aegyptiaca is a species of Luffa . It is native to northern Africa.

* In Eurasia, some authorities distinguish between cultivated and wild versions of parsnip by using subspecies sylvestris for the latter, or even elevating it to species status as Pastinaca sylvestris.

It was used for canning, juice and fresh market. It produces an abundance of medium sized round bright crimson tomatoes. * This heirloom variety was created by Rutgers University in the 1930's.

The fruit resembles a cucumber . Young fruit can be eaten as a vegetable while ripe fruits can be use to make bath sponges. * Luffa aegyptiaca is a species of Luffa . It is native to northern Africa.

Compared to bell peppers it has thinner flesh, is longer, and has a slightly more wrinkled appearance. It is used extensively in the cuisine of Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.

Its yellow flower head is 4–6 cm in diameter and is likely to be seen in late spring or early summer. * Because western salsify is a widespread plant, it has a large number of alternative common names.

Mirabilis in Latin means wonderful and Jalapa is a town in Mexico . * The seed remains viable for several years. * Very fragrant trumpet-shaped flowers, 1-2" red, pink, yellow, white, or variously mottled with different color combinations, in quantity;...

* It is a hardy grass which can grow in many types of habitat, including disturbed areas such as roadsides and railroad tracks , and cultivated farmland. It is known in some areas as a weed, for example, in alfalfa fields in the southwestern United States.

They prefer a poor dry soil and tolerate cool moist conditions. Conservation Plant Characteristics Avena sativa L. It can be used as a staple food crop in either savoury or sweet dishes.

Its yellow flower head is 4–6 cm in diameter and is likely to be seen in late spring or early summer. * Because western salsify is a widespread plant, it has a large number of alternative common names.

Its Australian names of warrigal greens and warrigal cabbage come from the local use of warrigal to describe plants that are wild (not farmed originally). * Like spinach, it contains oxalates; its medium to low levels of oxalates need to be removed by...

Chia fresca is a popular regional drink, and the Mexican state of Chiapas is named after the plant. The seed can be ground into a meal and made into bread, biscuits, cakes etc, usually in a mix with cereal flours.

It is best if gathered before flowers appear. It grows best in cool weather so sow in early spring or in the fall. * Corn Salad is a gourmet green that has been used in Europe for centuries.

Tabacum is sensitive to temperature, air, ground humidity and the type of land. Temperatures of 20–30 °C (68–86 °F) are best for adequate growth; an atmospheric humidity of 80 to 85% and soil without a high level of nitrogen are also optimal.

* The seedcoat contains an extremely lethal poison that was once used by the KGB to dispose of their enemies. * It is used extensively as a decorative plant in parks and other public areas.

It is native to the tropical Americas but it is widespread in warm areas of the world where it is an introduced species and often a noxious weed . They are quite variable in color, in shades of pink, red or lavender with or without white markings.

* The species name cernua is Latin for nodding. Bur Marigold seeds are sometimes eaten by ducks. It grows from 30-100cm tall in wet areas. Laevis) overlap in coastal areas, B. The leaves are sessile with a coarsely-toothed margin.

It is best if gathered before flowers appear. It grows best in cool weather so sow in early spring or in the fall. * Corn Salad is a gourmet green that has been used in Europe for centuries.