(Gravelroot) Tall graceful native of eastern U.S. Leaves emit a vanilla-scent when crushed; flowers rosy-purple. Indians and pioneers used it to induce sweating to break fevers. Valuable remedy for kidney problems.
(Leaf ginseng; Surinam spinach) Attractive edible houseplant with glossy, dark-green whorled leaves and tiny red flowers. Should not be overcooked or it gets too soft and mucilaginous.
In the tropics the plant grows as a small sprawling shrub, 1-3m (3-10ft) high, but in pots it can easily be kept to a more manageable 60-90cm (2-3ft) with regular pruning. It is the national flower of Indonesia and the Philippines, and is a symbol of...
"Bouncing bet" is an old Elizabethan term for laundry woman. Soapwort is well known to the Mahuna and Cherokee, who used it to make poultices and rinses for a variety of skin ailments, pain relief, and as a soap.
(Plakkies) Excellent wart remedy, widely recommended even by medical doctors, in South Africa. Eventually warts soften and drop or rub off. Works on pets too. Succulent shrub with showy coral flowers on a stem up to 60 cm/2 ft.
In Australia, the flowers provide the main source of nectar and pollen for the honey bee industry, and the leaves are one of the preferred foods of the koala bear. Also called "bluegum" from the blue tone of the leaves when the tree is young.
If you can't plant them outside immediately, you may want to pot them into a larger container. We guarantee your plants will arrive in perfect condition at the physical street address given on your order.
Sorry, we cannot guarantee orders for which we are given an incorrect address. Grow in clumps 12 inches apart. Remember, plants are living things and don't always follow schedules!.
Apparently named after the Zambesi River of Africa, this new lemon thyme from Germany is a low spreader that looks equally good in gardens and in hanging baskets. It forms dense masses of gold-flecked leaves that tumble out beautifully over the edges...
(Elderberry) Source of fruit for elderberry wine, pie and jelly, possesses extraordinary powers as a virus and bacteria fighter. This is the hardy native form grown from seeds collected in southern Ontario.
Blooms in June and again August or September. American variety from Oregon with a strong heady aroma and excellent oil quality. Large violet-mauve flowers are good for scented use in potpourris and sachets.
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A robust, fast grower, easily attaining a height of 90cm/30”. Produces lots of edible foliage and edible yellow flowers. (Mount Lemmon marigold) Mexican native with a spectacular lemon-mint scent and flavour.
Flowers the first season from seeds if started early. Outstanding compact lavender for edging, mass plantings, rock gardens and patio planters. Plants are highly uniform -- unusual for lavenders raised from seeds.
(Bible leaf) The sweet-scented leaves may be used for tea or in herb pillows. Fresh leaves, picked before flowering, used in salads, sauces, soups and in cold drinks where a little goes a long way.
Great for teas and punch, and for any dish calling for mint. 'Julia's Sweet Citrus' has bright green leaves, roundish and slightly crinkly. The scent is not quite lemon, not quite orange -- or of any other citrus for that matter -- but it is definitely...
It is used like marijuana by Hottentot tribesmen as the resinous tops and leaves have an euphoriant effect. ‘Dagga' is a local name for marijuana in southern Africa, hence the name ‘wild dagga' .
Artichokes are usually grown as annuals. European delicacy. Flowerbuds made up of thick fleshy scales and solid hearts are cooked and served drenched with melted butter. Start early indoors Feb/March and transplant out in April/May when frosts are past.
Botanical Name: Cynara scolymus 'Large Green Globe'
This Kelly Griffin hybrid readily multiplies and produces 6-8" wide rosettes with loose spikes of orange tubular flowers in summer. Provide a well-drained soil for the best results.
Grows To: 6-8"W x 3-4"H
Outdoor Light: Part sun, Part shade, Full sun
Indoor Light: Direct sunlight, High
Container Size: 4.5 inch / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml
Soil & Moisture: Well-drained soils. Moderately drought resistant once well-established. Do not keep soggy wet.