Herb Plants Vegetable Plants For Sale In St Louis

Climbing vine with white flowers. (Mexican morning glory) Sacred hallucinogenic herb used by the Aztecs in divinatory rituals. Once thought to be exterminated by the Spaniards in their zeal to exorcise “demonic” practices, the plant and the rituals...

When it rains curryplant releases a pleasing light curry scent. To preserve the flowers, cut them before they are fully open and hang them upside down in a cool, shaded location until they are dry.

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

Slow to germinate. Pretty rock garden plant with masses of purple flowers appearing early in spring. Valuable in correcting membrane disorders of the respiratory and digestive passages.

Thick, fleshy, grey-green leaves are sliced lengthwise and placed cut side on the wart for 8-12 hours daily. Very easy to grow. Eventually warts soften and drop or rub off. Succulent shrub with showy coral flowers on a stem up to 60 cm/2 ft.

Silver dollar eucalyptus prefers well-drained, fertile soil and regular watering; it will droop noticeably if it begins to dry out. Easily grown from seed, seedlings are transplanted to pots when 6-8cm (2-3") tall or to the garden when 15cm (6") high.

Hardy aroid herb with light green tripartite leaves; 30cm/12” high. Contains ephedrine. Also used to regulate the upward flow of and to control vomiting. Tubers used in Chinese traditional medicine to combat conditions characterized by dampness and...

Released in 1972, it is a cross between Fuggle and the Russian hop, Serebrianka. Alpha acid 4.5-7%. The compact medium sized cone has a moderate amount of light yellow lupulin that develops in unique tight balls in the cone.

Popular remedy for coughs, colds, hoarseness, bronchitis and bronchial asthma. Flowers and leaves in combination with mordants yield yellow, gold, tan, grey and taupe dyes. Seeds can be slow to germinate.

As a gargle, the dried flower tea helps soothe oral inflammations. An absolute must-have plant for traditional, historic or cottage garden themes. Historically used as a dye plant, fresh red blooms can be used to create red or pink dyes, with good fastness.

In animal studies the extract of the herb was shown to reduce stomach acidity and increase the protective mucus lining of the stomach. Ht. 15-50cm/6-20”. The whole herb is used to treat fever, enteritis, and pains, such rheumatic pain and the pain of...

Faint ginger scent. Showy rose-lavender flowers.

Outstanding prolific, heavy bearing variety that often will produce two crops a season. The fruits are small to medium in size and the flesh is a luscious red colour and very sweet.

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

Oil in seeds contains gammalinolenic acid (GLA), a precursor of prostaglandin E1. By supplementing the diet with GLA, one can bypass a blockage of prostaglandin E1 production caused by aging, poor diet, or alcoholism.

Vigorous habit. Good rose scent. Deeply cut leaves.

All plant parts can be used to produce yellow, bronze and grey dyes. Striking yellow flower stalks rise from a woolly leaf base in the second year. Good remedy for coughs, hoarseness and bronchitis.

Pleasant scent, though not convincingly of coconut. Attractive creeper.

It is used in religious offerings, to adorn altars, and to make welcome garlands for guests. The white flowers borne in clusters of 3-12 together open at night to emit an intoxicating sweet scent that few people can resist.

More rust-resistant. Recommended as fodder, especially for pigs and poultry. A natural hybrid between Symphytum officinale and Symphytum asperum. See Russian Comfrey Bocking No. 14 also.

Peel, slice, and cook 30 minutes, drain and cook again for 10 minutes. Commonly used as a blood purifier. Season with butter, salt and herbs and serve. Japanese research shows that this variety has potent anti-tumour effects.

The blooms give a lovely, deep rose-purple colour to herbal teas. Like other members of the mallow family, it helps soothe irritated mucous membranes. A good choice for hummingbird, bee and butterfly gardens.

Ht. 20-25cm/8-10in. A cute little English thyme that grows into beautiful dense mounds. Its strong flavour and aroma make it an excellent seasoning for meat dishes, stuffings and salad dressings.

Great way to introduce friends and family to really sumptuous eating, featuring fresh herbs from the garden. Included in the Richters collection are many of the favourites: Lemon Balm, Bay Laurel, Chives, Lavender, Lovage, Greek Oregano, Rosemary, Sage,...

(Dr. Livingston geranium) Lemon-rose scent. Finely cut leaves.

Bold, purple-marked sticky leaves and a pungent odour distinguish this plant.

Plant them as a border along pathways or in between stepping stones, or in an open patch where you like to sit and enjoy summer evenings. Research at Guelph University in Ontario Canada showed that different varieties of Lemon Thymes worked quite well...