Herb Seeds Seeds For Sale In Ottawa

Butterflies are attracted to them. In the southern States, the plants will behave as perennials, but are not long-lived and should be divided every 2 to 3 years. Deadheading will keep them blooming, and they are wonderful cut flowers, lasting for days...

(Bishopsweed) Known to the ancient Egyptians as a treatment for skin diseases this humble wild plant of the Nile valley was recently catapulted to the forefront of modern cancer research.

Golden yellow flowers. In warm areas where French tarragon will not grow, this is an excellent substitute. (Mexican tarragon; Mexican marigold) Sweet-smelling leaves and flowers with a flavour similar to tarragon.

We urge everyone to try it. A truly delightful tea made from the dried leaves is our favourite anytime tea as it both stimulates the heart and calms the nerves. Fresh chopped leaves are also interesting in salads, soups and stews.

(Chinese parsley) First true cilantro developed for potted plant production. Sow direct in pots.

Has double orange and maroon blossoms. Compact plants are ideal for interplanting. Preferred variety of marigold for insect control.

Prefers sandy or gravelly soil on a slope. Brilliant red tubular flowers. Considered a ‘life medicine' by the Navajo people who have used it for menstrual pain, stomach ache, wounds, swellings and coughs.

The flap-like appearance gives the leaves the look of an ear, which is why this form is known as "ear shiso." It is a shiso like the better known green and purple forms except the leaves have both green on top and purple underneath.

Ht. 40-50cm (16-20in). Excellent for dried arrangements and potpourris. Beautiful deep sky-blue flower spikes are nicely set against silvery green foliage. Fine garden choice for borders in hot and dry locations.

(Da huang; Chinese rhubarb; Turkey rhubarb)

Very easy to grow. The brilliant red leaves are cooked like spinach to make Jamaican and Guyanese-style callaloo, a traditional dish that originally came from West Africa. They are popular in soups, salads, and in meat and fish dishes.

Spectacular drooping pink-rose flower spikes.

Flowers and stems are used to produce greenish-yellow and olive dyes. Restores normal rhythm to feeble, irregular heartbeat but large doses cause respiratory paralysis. Infusion of the dried tops is recommended for dropsy as well as bladder and kidney...

Requires staking, and a sunny location. They are known to act against kidney stones, angina pectoris, muscle spasms, gastrointestinal cramps, colic, painful menstruation and bronchial asthma.

(Rose milkweed)

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

Used in Chinese cuisine as a vegetable and in medicine for rheumatic pains. Wonderful for bath and shower as it invigorates the skin without harsh abrasion. (Loofah) Known as the ‘dishcloth gourd' because the dried over-ripe fruits can be used to scrub...

Easy to grow -- rather like tomatoes. Resembles green tomatoes and ground cherries, but neither is a substitute for the tomatillo. A fixture in Mexican salsa verde, the mildly hot green sauce served with tacos and chile rellenos.

Now commonly used in place of black mustard ( ) because it is easier to harvest. Seeds are darker and hotter than white mustard ( ). Condiment mustard most used in commerce for commercial prepared mustards and mustard powder.

Sweet tiny tomatoes. Not commercially cultivated. Heirloom native from Brazil.

Easy to grow shrub or small tree; nice compact bushy habit. Used by South American Indians to paint their bodies red. Seeds are source of natural bright-yellow food colouring, used in butter, margarine, cheese and other foods.

Small seedlings such as thyme, savory and sweet marjoram may be successfully transplanted in small clumps. They are easy to grow. Whether in the garden or on the windowsill, learn their likes and dislikes, and you'll be rewarded with flavor and beauty.

(Isphaghula; Blond psyllium) Important remedy for constipation and problems of the bowel, including irritable bowel syndrome. Low growing annual with soft, grass-like hairy leaves.

Herbalists have long extolled the beneficial effects of pickled samphire on the digestive system. Succulent leaves are delicious boiled with salt and pickled in vinegar and spices.

Approximately 25 seeds per packet. Or more, makes excellent pies and impressive jack-o'-lanterns. Big Max Pumpkin gives you handsome fruits, up to 100 lbs. Fine-grained, bright orange flesh is great for canning or freezing.