Herb Seeds Seeds For Sale In New Haven

Very uniform mosscurled type suited for fresh-cut and processing use. Medium late maturity. Suited also for potplant production. Leaves are dark green, medium fine curled.

(Mosquito flower; Perilla) Mexican herb used for stomach ache, diarrhea, skin rashes, and infections of the kidney and urinary tract. It is also known as "pink brush" for its masses of pink flowers throughout much of the summer and fall.

Leaf juice is reputed to have blood cleansing properties, to strengthen weak lungs, and to fight colds, diarrhea and similar digestive complaints. Poultice of fresh leaves on wounds prevents infection.

Beautiful double upright trumpet-like flowers are purple and white. (Thornapple; Devils Trumpet) Beautiful hallucinogenic plants with a history of shamanic ritual use for divination, prophecy and sorcery.

(Chasteberry; Vitex) So named because the seeds reputedly subdue the sexual urge and have long been used by monks to produce this effect. Hardy to zone 6. But be forewarned: some suggest the aromatic seeds have exactly the opposite effect! Whatever the...

Yellow flowers bear bladder-like pods which when squeezed go off with a bang. Attractive hardy Mediterranean shrub. Like true senna ( spp.), its leaves have purgative properties, but the effect is much less drastic.

Dried roots are very popular as a coffee substitute. Universally despised as a pesky weed, the lowly dandelion is actually one of the more useful herbs around. Promotes bile secretion.

Formerly used as a cardiac stimulant like digitalis but is much stronger. According to Greek legends, this flower sprang from the blood of Adonis. Brilliant crimson and black flowers in June-July.

All-American winner for 1997. A very regal looking plant! Has dense deep purple inflorescences contrasting with the dark green leaves. Spicy anise-licorice aroma and flavour; excellent served fresh in such dishes as Thai green curries and Vietnamese noodle...

Traditionally, it was used as a tea to treat diarrhea and dysentery, and cooked in milk with honey and butter. But in the future it is expected that the cosmetic industry will employ edelweiss to neutralize free radicals and prevent the formation of superoxides...

(Honeyball; Honey bells) A handsome native shrub found growing in wet areas of eastern North America. The roots were used for "menstruation sickness" which the Seminoles believed was a weakness men suffered after having intercourse with a menstruating...

Well known flavouring for beer. Only seeds may be imported into the U.S. (plants not permitted). Important medicinally for its calming effect. A pillow stuffed with hops flowers will overcome insomnia.

A new improved form of Gigante d'Italia, the old favourite of Italy. Yields are heavy! Excellent for both home gardens and for the fresh-cut and processing markets. It also has shown to have some resistance to downy mildew.

Can cause dermatitis or stomach upset in some sensitive people. A woody climbing vine native to the eastern and central United States. Infusion of the leaves and flowers is used to relieve severe headaches.

Can be grown for interest as a potplant in a bright window or greenhouse. This and other species of Gossypium are the sources of the eminently useful cotton fibre. The rootbark once gained notoriety as a powerful abortifacient, particularly in the southern...

Peppery leaves and fragrant flowers are delicious added fresh to salads. Dwarf non-climbing growth habit is ideal for borders, window boxes and hanging baskets. Or for fun freeze the flowers in ice cubes for drinks.

Does best in cool climates or sown late for fall harvest. (Roseheart radish; Red meat radish) It is totally the opposite of a typical radish: the outside is white and the inside is red! The outside colour starts out green but turns a bright white as the...

Native wildflower used by the Navajo and Cheyenne Indians as an analgesic for chest pains, wounds and fevers. Yellow, droopy daisy-like flowers in summer. Height 30-100cm/12-40”.

(Chiltepin; Bird pepper) Small pea-sized red pepper thought to be the ancestor of the cultivated peppers. Ripens to a brilliant red colour and packs serious concentrated heat. Evidence indicates it has been consumed by humans as far back as 7,500 BC.

Dense double white pompon type. Contains 0.3% parthenolide. Long stems, suitable for cutflowers.

Very easy to grow. (Saltwort; Land seaweed) One of the oldest vegetables of Japan, traditionally used in sushi and salads, and it is served as a bed for fish and meat. Serve with a little butter or oil for a wonderful treat.

Source of yellow, gold and khaki dyes. Good hedge plant; has vigorous habit and withstands heavy clipping. Hardy in southwestern Ontario and coastal B.C. Boiled root decoction was once used to bathe irritated eyes.

Sometimes used like clary sage. (Meadow sage) Large, very showy, bright blue flowers.

Prefers full sun.Ht. 30-60cm/1-2ft. Easy to grow, just sow the seeds where the plants are to grow. (Pipicha; Chepiche) Mexican herb like cilantro but ten times so. Also fights bacterial infections and inflammatory diseases and helps detox the liver.

Yields camphor-like oil used primarily in soaps. Coarse, broad leaved variety. Highly productive oil-yielding variety.

Under proper directions it is a useful sedative for cases of nervous motor disturbances. In the fresh state all parts are very poisonous. Juice was used in early times to execute criminals.