Herb Plants Vegetable Plants For Sale In Elgin

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

Good rose scent. Deeply cut grey-green leaves with narrow white border.

In animal studies the extract of the herb was shown to reduce stomach acidity and increase the protective mucus lining of the stomach. Hardy native of grasslands and mountain slopes in northern China, Mongolia and Siberia.

Flowers are long lasting. Outstanding compact lavender for edging, mass plantings, rock gardens and patio planters. Flowers the first season from seeds if started early. Plants are highly uniform -- unusual for lavenders raised from seeds.

Likes damp, acidic soil. Attractive glossy green leaves and pink bell-shaped flowers. (Bearberry; Kinnikinnik) Used for kidney and bladder infections on account of its diuretic and antiseptic properties.

(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.

An apt name, as the odour of the fleshy leaves closely resembles that of the chest cold remedy, and can be used for that purpose. Easy houseplant.

Because true zaatar is now a protected plant in Israel, commercial zaatar blends often incorporate closely related plants such as this one instead. This is not Origanum syriacum, the plant usually called "Syrian oregano." That other "Syrian oregano" is...

Good aroma and sharp, bitter oregano flavour. Said to be a hybrid between and . Round leaves on almost trailing branches and attractive pink or purple flower bracts.

Easy to please, variegated ground ivy loves to fill in those spots under trees or hedges where other plants fail to thrive, overcoming poor soils and lack of light. In moist, fertile soils its obliging vigour may lead it to spread easily.

It is one of the most popular hops for craft brewing and is great for dry hopping. The compact medium sized cone has a moderate amount of light yellow lupulin that develops in unique tight balls in the cone.

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

It has short "sidearms" and thus can be planted with tighter plant spacing. Alpha acid 4-5.5%. It will grow in hot areas with alkaline soils, and it has good resistance to mildew and pests.

Slow growing shrub whose leaves possess a remarkable sweet anise scent.

Nice lemon scent. Plant has ruffled leaves and upright growth habit.

Delicious fresh, dried or canned. A favourite among fig lovers, this variety was originally from the Spanish missions of California. The large purplish-black fruits have a strawberry-red flesh.

Young leaves and tender stems have a slightly sour taste. Should not be overcooked or it gets too soft and mucilaginous. (Leaf ginseng; Surinam spinach) Attractive edible houseplant with glossy, dark-green whorled leaves and tiny red flowers.

(Old woman) East Coast native, where it grows on sand dunes. Grows in silver clumps.

It has a low semi-creeping habit but the flower stalks can rise up to 60cm/2ft high. A very attractive oregano from England with dark purple-green leaves and purple flowers in summer and fall.

Figs have a light green skin and sweet pink flesh. Also known as 'Atreano Gold'. Reliable fast growing variety.

Producing stands of long satiny green ribbons that should be cut to prevent the plant from dying back, sweetgrass can be used to scent linens and clothing when dried, or tightly braided and burned as incense.

(Waterclover; Fern Clover; Sak)

Self-sows readily. Small dark leaves; compact somewhat trailing habit. Ideal for hanging baskets.

For cooking, the flowers have a prized mild and delicate flavour. The sweetly fragrant flowers start out pure white and change to delicate pink as they mature. In the Lavender Capital of America, Sequim, Washington, there are spectacular displays of Melissa...

Pine rosemary has feather-thin, silver yellow-green needles and a bowed upright growth habit. Although this variety is unsuitable for culinary use, it is a perfect ornamental and aromatic plant.

Pungent, resinous, nutty odour, possibly reminiscent of almonds. Very showy pink flowers.

Flowers appear May-July and later from September until frost. Shiny foliage and neat upright habit. Large violet-pink flowers, nearly 3.5 cm (1.5 in) across, are set on dark maroon calices.