Herb Plants Vegetable Plants For Sale In St Petersburg

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

Native to Peru, heliotrope prefers a rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Grieve in (1931); however, the plant contains potent alkaloids that render it difficult to use safely. They are cultivated for perfumery and for scenting bath waters.

A good choice for hummingbird, bee and butterfly gardens. An excellent choice for xeriscaping, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Like other members of the mallow family, it helps soothe irritated mucous membranes.

Formerly used for treating running sores and urinary and liver ailments. Has narcotic properties; not to be used without medical supervision. Long-time garden favourite with exotic drooping flowers in various shades of red, blue, yellow and white.

The flavour is sweet and mild. Fruits ripen over an extended period from June to August. It is a reliable producer, yielding a good crop almost every year, even after a hard freeze.

Properly pruned, it will grow into a miniature tree in a bright window or solarium. Often sold as true oregano in Mexico and southern U.S. where its fine oregano flavour is used to great advantage in chilis and other Mexican dishes.

Strongly aromatic. Used by the Montana Indians as a general tonic, to restore hair, and as a dermatological aid. (Blue sage) Native of the Sierra Nevada and area north to Canada.

The first harvest (the "breba" crop) in summer is heavy, followed by a lighter second crop in fall. This variety, developed in California in 1920, is one of the so-called "San Pedro" figs that require a tiny fig wasp to pollinate the fruits of the second...

Seeds can sometimes be difficult to germinate, and some growers find propagation by division is easiest. The starry golden yellow flowers that bloom throughout the summer are very attractive to bees.

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

Similar to other citrus marigolds; bright orange flowers.

It is drought tolerant and prefers a well-drained situation, making it a good choice for xeriscaping or rock gardens, as it cannot tolerate cold, wet soil. Silver speedwell has silver white foliage and bears deep blue flowers on dramatic, stiffly upright...

Easy houseplant. 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.

Berries are eaten raw, or in preserves and pies. Recommended for fevers and gout. Edible berries are borne inside fascinating orange chinese lantern-like calyces.

Showy hop-like pink flowers similar to Kent Beauty but longer and more impressive. Forms almost perfect globe-like balls when grown in baskets. Striking ornamental variety with a mild oregano flavour and aroma.

Blooming flower heads and leafy shoots produce yellow and green fabric dyes. Repels ants from counters or around baseboard. Repels cockroaches as well. Now used in cosmetic preparations.

Alpha acid 12-14%. The lupulin is high and of a good yellow-orange colour. It has a cluster cone structure that is heavy, tight and moderately long. Nugget is a superior variety for picking, drying and baling.

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

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

In the Lavender Capital of America, Sequim, Washington, there are spectacular displays of Melissa in arching rows interplanted with purple lavender. For cooking, the flowers have a prized mild and delicate flavour.

(Plectranthus; Spurflower)

As an aggressive climber, it is perfect for gates, trellises and other upright structures. It prefers full sunlight but can tolerate a little shade per day. Since this is a hybrid, it will not produce fruit or seeds.

As a lotion it is effective on skin eruptions and slow-healing wounds. Low creeping herb with pale blue flowers. Infusion is useful for coughs and catarrh.

Ht. 1.5-2m/5-6ft. Foliage is pleasantly aromatic but it is the lavender flowers that possess the remarkable grape scent. In bloom from late spring until frost, it is a perpetual magnet for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

Profusion is a trademark of Richters; all rights reserved. A godsend to gourmands who love to sprinkle the visually appealing and tasty chives florets with abandon over everything where the leaves are used.

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