Herb Plants Vegetable Plants For Sale In Cape Coral

Used by the Amerindians to treat hepatitis, syphilis, fevers, constipation, etc. (American mandrake) A derivative of this herb is medically proven against certain cancers.

Its action differs from that of true ginseng as it does not cause insomnia in large doses. Germination takes 1-2 years. Possesses powerful tonic and restorative properties and was found to relieve the effects of mental and physical stress.

(Clary sage) Seeds soaked in water produce mucilaginous eye bath which safely removes particles, hence its name ‘clear eye' or ‘clary'. Handsome aromatic flowers. Used as a fixative in potpourris.

Research in Europe is verifying what traditional medicine men of Lesotho and South Africa have long known about this herb, and what Englishman, Charles Henry Stevens claimed cured his tuberculosis back in 1897.

Foliage is pleasantly aromatic but it is the lavender flowers that possess the remarkable grape scent. Ht. 1.5-2m/5-6ft. Thought to contain the same psychotropic compound found in diviners sage ( ).

Prune jasmine only immediately after flowering, if necessary, as flower buds form on new wood and excessive pruning will reduce flowering. Left unattended jasmine grow straggly and sparse; to make plants bushier, pinch out growing points, but only once...

The blue flowers are attractive to certain species of butterfly, and once it begins blooming in the summer deadheading will extend the flowering throughout the season. Folk medicine tradition indicates it has astringent properties.

'Gold Crisp' has a more delicate, ascendant habit; very nice in windowboxes, hanging baskets and strawberry jars. For many years we listed this as 'golden oregano' but now that name is applied to the following variety.

(Nutmeg bush) Small aromatic South African bush with showy plumes of whitish flowers. Easy to grow in any pot or decorative container. Its musk-scented leaves are excellent in potpourris, adding an exotic, mysterious note to the mix.

Excellent contrast plant for grey santolinas; for borders, hedges, and knot gardens.

The leaves can also be used fresh chopped in, for example, Vietnamese beef omelette, and on roast beef. The glossy, heart-shaped leaves are blanched briefly in boiling water and then used as a flavouring wrap for beef.

Male pollinator variety required to get good fruit set among the elite female varieties. Home gardeners need 1-3 males for every 5 female plants. Commercial growers need to plant about 10% of the orchard with male plants.

Used in Japan for moxibustion. Bitter flower buds improve digestibility of rich meat, poultry or fish dishes.

Used to season soups, poultry, meats, noodles, salads, and dumplings. The leaves look a lot like Italian flat-leaf parsley. (Japanese parsley; Honewort) A Japanese parsley grown as much for its attractive bronze-red colour as for its unique flavour.

In Jim Westerfield's words: “All of our gourmet food customers invariably raved about the delicious aroma and flavor of this beautiful mint hybrid. In truth, it sold itself.” When I was still in business, I sold a ton of it.

Neat, compact growth habit. Variegated, deeply cut leaves with a strong rose-mint scent.

Fire up the barbeque for summer entertaining magic with these grilling herbs! Make rosemary skewers for kebab. Tip: slit meats and stuff with oregano, mint and thyme before grilling.

American Indians used the root for upset stomach, excessive menstruation, general debility, lung problems, cough, insomnia, and as a laxative. Woodland native, 30-90cm/1-3ft. Has also been used for rheumatism, arthritis and skin irritations.

Attractive variegated version of nutmeg geranium with the same strong nutmeg scent.

Low mat-forming lemon-scented variety with delicate dark green leaves edged with cream. Excellent between paving stones in pathways, along borders and in rock gardens.

The lupulin is high and of a good yellow-orange colour. Alpha acid 12-14%. Strong bitter hop for stouts and ales. It has a cluster cone structure that is heavy, tight and moderately long.

Tea made from any part of the plant was once a common remedy for pain and insomnia. A most attractive English wildflower with bright yellow sweet-smelling, drooping blossoms in early spring.

It is considered a very clean hop because it adds no dominating aroma during brewing, while its bittering is not harsh even though the high alpha acids are high at 13-15%. Introduced in 1980, it is a cross involving Galena.

(Brazil cress; Wolikpekpe)

As an aggressive climber, it is perfect for gates, trellises and other upright structures. Since this is a hybrid, it will not produce fruit or seeds. A hybrid vine that continues to produce beautiful intricate white, pink and purple flowers all year...

Oil added to a spray bottle of water or to a humidifier can be used to disinfect the air. Though not appropriate for internal use, the fresh leaves and oil are used in steam inhalants for asthma and colds and applied topically to burns, wounds and infections...