Herb Seeds Seeds For Sale In Springfield

All parts of the plant contain high levels of tropane alkaloids, which can cause delirium, uncontrolled rise in body temperature, elevated heart rate, brain damage and death. Stramonium has a long and fascinating history in North America, including ceremonial...

(Red root) Used as a tea substitute during the American Revolution. A good gargle for mouth and throat sores. Indians made a wash for skin problems including skin cancer and venereal sores.

Source of commercial chocolate substitute used in making health food candy bars. Germination is slow and sporadic. Handsome dark green leaves; fine specimen plant for sunny window or greenhouse.

The protein is exceptionally well balanced among all the essential amino acids required by humans. Teff is high in calcium and other minerals, high in protein, high in carbohydrates and in fibre.

No plant symbolizes the alpine regions of Europe quite like the edelweiss. To the Swiss, Austrians and Bavarians, the white-woolly flowers of the edelweiss are instantly emblematic of a simple, wholesome mountain lifestyle.

(Ear Shiso) The Japanese grow this aromatic herb for its flower tips and buds, and for its leaves. The flap-like appearance gives the leaves the look of an ear, which is why this form is known as "ear shiso."

Lavender flowers; strong fragrance. Frequently seen along roadsides in eastern Canada and U.S. Used for tea and for flavouring meat.

(Sri tulsi; Rama tulsi) The true sacred basil grown in houses, gardens and near temples all over India. Note that much of what is sold as sacred or holy basil is actually spice basil, listed separately.

Improved uniform selection for commercial production. Ht. 30cm/12”. Bushier and higher foliage mass than other varieties, and has high essential oil content.

It is a bitter tonic and alterative useful for menstrual disorders and fevers. (New York ironweed) Tall native flower with masses of deep purple fluffy flowers. It was used by the Cherokee for pain, toothache, ulcers, and hemorrhage.

For years we have carried ‘Lemon Catnip' and while it had a perceptable hint of lemon, it never quite lived up to its name. What a wonderful way to sip tea before bedtime to help you sleep!

Very robust and tall, with rigid stems; Lespedeza blooms late in the growing season, forming dense clusters of white and pink clover-like flowers that attract bees. (Round-headed bush clover) Lespedeza is native to central and eastern United States as...

It is more yin-like, and burning moxa made with this mugwort helps to soothe the nerves and induces a truly remarkable experience of "surrender" and of "tearing down the walls of the heart." Gives immediate relief for insomnia, anxiety, headache and muscle...

Purplish foliage. (Licorice basil) Originally from Persia, this gem has an endearing sweet anise fragrance and flavour.

They are said also to nourish muscles and enrich bone marrow. Used to treat irritability, insomnia and anxiety. (Suan zao ren; Sour date kernel) Hailed the anti-stress herb, seeds are used in Chinese medicine to calm the mind and preserve chi energy.

California Indians so cherished the tea for general use that it was always available. (Mormon tea; Desert tea; Joint-fir) Reported to contain some ephedrine and pseudoephedrine, both potent central nervous system stimulants.

(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. It can be cut into 5-8cm/2-3" lengths and eaten raw or steamed, or it can be blanched briefly in salt...

Native of cool hardwood forests throughout eastern and central North America. Seeds are planted in hardwood forests or in specially prepared beds anytime from Sept. Until the ground freezes.

The plant produces garlands of small flowers. Sow into moderately rich soil, in full sun to part shade. Grows naturally in disturbed soils. Plant stems form well into a wreath base for any season.

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

Native of the Great Plains, and now naturalized throughout much of North America, it was used by the Sioux and the Lacota for food. Named after the German explorer Prince Maximilian who discovered the plant on an expedition to the Great Plains in 1832-34.

Infusion of the leaves and flowers is used to relieve severe headaches. A woody climbing vine native to the eastern and central United States. Sometimes used to make ointments for sores, skin ulcers and itchy skin.

Sometimes the texture of modern curled parsleys can be tough, a feature added by design to withstand long shipping and to extend shelf-life. It is a tad sweeter too, making it one terrific parsley for all around use.

Native to India, this common tree is a ready source of green twigs used as tooth brushes that release gum-protecting anti-bacterial compounds. The bark is employed to treat fever, nausea, vomiting and skin diseases.

Compounds extracted from the leaves are at least as effective as the antibiotics ampicillin, gentamycin and tetracycline. The leaves are wonderfully lemony and can be brewed into a delicious refreshing tea.

Before sowing, chill sees at 5°C (40°F) for 3 days in moist sand. (Aoshiso) Decorative green foliage reminiscent of coleus. Cinnamon-scented leaves are popular in Japan for flavouring raw fish, bean curd, pickles and tempura.

Used medicinally for sore throat, bronchitis and cough. Ht. 30-100 cm/1-3 ft. An important commercial spice crop in India where the pungent, aromatic seeds are in great demand in curries, pickles, confectionery and beverages.