Edible Fruit Or Nut Plant Seeds For Sale In Minnesota

* This kiwi is a relatively fast-growing, deciduous, woody vine which typically grows 15-20' and features tiny, slightly fragrant, greenish-white flowers in early summer and attractive, heart-shaped (to 5" long), green foliage variegated with white and/or...

The seeds are often added to ice cream, cakes, puddings etc. It makes a delicious snack and can also be used as a staple food. * The (Italian) Stone Pine (or Umbrella Pine ) ( Pinus pinea ; family Pinaceae ) is a species of pine native to Southern Europe...

* The fruit of many members of this genus is a very rich source of vitamins and minerals, especially in vitamins A, C and E, flavanoids and other bio-active compounds. Canina, differing in having smaller prickles, shorter pedicels, and more persistant...

* Vaccinium arboreum ( Sparkleberry or Farkleberry ) is a species of Vaccinium native to the southeastern United States , from southern Virginia west to southeastern Missouri , and south to Florida and eastern Texas .

The leaves become smooth with age and prickles less evident. * The young plants have many prickles and serrated edged leaves. They are sometimes used in the production of schnapps.

* The common wild black raspberry; 1/2" white flowers followed by clusters of delicious shiny black fruit; arching canes root where the tips touch ground. This has led to their being very useful as natural dyes.

* A shrub or small tree, thick-shelled round nuts, 3/4"; native to south central U.S. and northern Mexico. It is found at elevations ranging from 700 ft to 6700 ft. * Juglans microcarpa , known also as the Texas Walnut or the Little Black Walnut (literally...

* Paliurus spina-christi , commonly known as Jerusalem Thorn , Garland Thorn , Christ's Thorn , or Crown of Thorns , is a species of Paliurus native to the Mediterranean region and southwest and central Asia , from Morocco and Spain east to Iran and Tajikistan...

* Although its botanical name Prunus persica refers to Persia (present Iran) from where it came to Europe, genetic studies suggest peaches originated in China. * China is the world's largest producer of peaches and nectarines.

* The Sugar Pine ( Pinus lambertiana ; family Pinaceae ) is a species of pine that occurs in the mountains of Oregon and California in the western United States , and Baja California in northwestern Mexico ; specifically the Sierra Nevada , the Cascade...

Like the American mountain-ash (Sorbus Americana), the showy mountain-ash has pinnately compound leaves and often large clusters of flowers and fruits. Showy mountain-ash is very similar to the closely related American mountain-ash.

Not of a good taste. * The seed is edible raw or cooked. The poor taste is probably due, at least in part, to the presence of tannins. The process can be speeded up by grinding the seed into a powder prior to soaking.

* A flowering, fruit-producing tree, member of the rose family; flowers resemble those of hawthorn, white or light pink; 1 1/2"; 1" fruits, hard and brownish, inedible until aged or frosted, used in jellies; old trees may be thorny; of rounded habit;...

Like the American mountain-ash (Sorbus Americana), the showy mountain-ash has pinnately compound leaves and often large clusters of flowers and fruits. Showy mountain-ash is very similar to the closely related American mountain-ash.

Pumila , reaching 8–10 m tall on occasion. In the mountains of northern Japan , it sometimes hybridises with the related Japanese White Pine ( Pinus parviflora ); these hybrids ( Pinus x hakkodensis ) are larger than P.

* Golden Wax bean produces excellent yields of golden yellow wax beans. Pods are stringless, straight, and posses a rich buttery flavor. It provides continuous pods throughout the season.

* Yields an essential oil called 'Abietine'. The tree typically grows to 12-15 m, but can reach 35 m in height. It is colourless, with the odour of oranges, and is obtained by distilling the resinous juices.

In cooler zones, however, the fruit does not develop so well and is best cooked or used in preserves. It has been used historically for a number of medicinal purposes. * A native of the eastern Mediterranean; sparse white flowers with purple anthers;...

* White flowers in May in loose clusters to 4", followed by 1/2" brown fruits, edible when overripe, formerly used in medicine; leaves resemble maple leaves; round, sometimes irregular crown; native to Europe, North Africa, Asia Minor.

The flowers are produced in early spring, 2 cm diameter with five white petals. The leaves are 6-12 cm long and 2.5-5 cm broad, with a serrated margin. * Prunus salicina ( syn. It grows up to 10 m tall, and has reddish-brown shoots.

* A tea is made by boiling the leaves and stems. The male cones are yellow, 2–3 mm long, and fall soon after shedding their pollen in March–April. * Juniperus communis subsp. * The seed cones are berry -like, green ripening in 18 months to purple-black...

* Western herbalists consider it a 'food for the heart', it increases the blood flow to the heart muscles and restores normal heart beat. It is used mainly for treating disorders of the heart and circulation system, especially angina.

* Used as understock for hybrid tea roses. * The dried leaves are used as a tea substitute. * The plant is high in certain antioxidants. * In Bulgaria, where it grows in abundance, the hips are used to make a sweet wine.

Dry and sub-acid. The fruit is sweet and fragrant with a pear-like flavour. It is not a true fruit but a swollen receptacle. * The seeds are diuretic and are used in the treatment of alcohol overdose.

Pumila , reaching 8–10 m tall on occasion. In the mountains of northern Japan , it sometimes hybridises with the related Japanese White Pine ( Pinus parviflora ); these hybrids ( Pinus x hakkodensis ) are larger than P.

* Vaccinium arboreum ( Sparkleberry or Farkleberry ) is a species of Vaccinium native to the southeastern United States , from southern Virginia west to southeastern Missouri , and south to Florida and eastern Texas .

* Anise is a herbaceous annual plant growing to 1 m (3 ft) or more tall. * Anise plants grow best in light, fertile, well drained soil. The seeds should be planted as soon as the ground warms up in spring.