Herb Seeds Vegetable Seeds For Sale In Arvada

Ht. 60-80cm/24-32". A study has shown that the vapours given off by the foliage can protect stored grain from insect damage. Most abundant of the big sagebrushes, growing in mountain meadows and rocky slopes from British Columbia to California.

Amerindians once burned dried stems over skin to relieve neuralgia and rheumatism. (Round-headed bush clover) Lespedeza is native to central and eastern United States as well as Ontario and thrives in woodlands and prairies.

Medicinally, it prevents blood clotting. (Yellow sweet clover) Important forage crop. Salve or poultice is useful for swellings, boils, arthritis and rheumatism.

Strong flavour and scent. Growth is stronger, more upright than Rubin. Excellent purple basil. Dark purple with little or no green colouration, much like the Dark Opal variety was before it deteriorated to greenish-purple.

Medicinally it is thought to be beneficial against stomach upset, and as an external application to wounds. It contains tannins that give it an astringent, anti-inflammatory effect.

It is made by steeping the flowering tops of black wormwood in vodka or pure grain alcohol, producing a natural pale gold color. Used to make , a liqueur or aperitif similar to absinthe, often taken before or after meals to help to stimulate the digestion.

Also excellent as an autumn decoration and sells well at farmers markets. This corn can be roasted and then added to salads, and young ears can be roasted or boiled. Old timers still call it "squaw corn" and remember making a porridge out of it during...

Considered antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory. (Da qing; Qiug dai) Contains indican and isatin B, both of which can be converted to indigo. Leaves and roots are effective against flu, encephalitis, measles, hepatitis, and mumps.

Should not be used without medical supervision. Used in folk medicine to treat disorders of the prostate. Ground cover for any unsightly barren patches, south-facing slopes, etc. Mounds of lacy leaves topped all summer long by a profusion of pink or white...

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

Seeds are important in many international cuisines, including those of India and Mexico. Flavour resembles caraway but is hotter. Requires a long warm growing season; should be started indoors in colder climates.

Leaves somewhat smaller than Rubin basil and less prone to lean. Darkest of the purple basils. Height 50cm/20”.

Excellent in dried arrangements. Comb-like flowerheads were once used for raising nap on woolen cloth. Water trapped in leaf basins is valued as an eyewash.

Ht 2-3ft (60-90cm). Situate in full sun, and divide roots every 3 years. Sow into moist, moderately rich, well-draining soil after last frost. Used as a medicinal herb by Native Americans as a treatment for parasites and colds.

Fruits are dark green maturing to red. Named after Yolo County in California where the Campbell Soup Company introduced this bell pepper in 1952. It quickly became popular among growers because of its improved resistance to tobacco mosaic virus and because...

Approximately 1,500 seeds per packet. Good choice for clay soil. Gives you more than generous yields. Danvers Half Long Carrot produces blocky-topped, tapered roots that chunk up nicely at 6 to 7 1/2 in.

(Isphaghula; Blond psyllium) Important remedy for constipation and problems of the bowel, including irritable bowel syndrome. The mucilaginous seed coats lubricate and cleanse the intestines, acting as a mild laxative.

Also used in Unani medicine for the control of intestinal worms, acidity and coughs. The seeds have no aroma or taste but they add to the cooling effect of the drink and are believed to boost body strength.

Germinates in days, start harvests as soon as two and a half weeks and then enjoy daily harvests of garden-fresh lettuce. Enjoy fresh lettuce at your fingertips with no pesticides or washing needed.

Ready to harvest in 110 days. Approximately 25 seeds per packet. Big Max Pumpkin gives you handsome fruits, up to 100 lbs. Or more, makes excellent pies and impressive jack-o'-lanterns.

A new improved form of Gigante d'Italia, the old favourite of Italy. The growth is uniform, dark green in colour, and the leaves are bigger than the original. It also has shown to have some resistance to downy mildew.

(Mousemelon; Sandita; Mexican sour gherkin)

Approximately 225 seeds per packet. Avalanche Snow Pea yields edible, 6 in. Plants put more energy into producing pods, growing higher yields. L pods that are sweet and tender. Plant 2 to 3 rows close together and plants will intertwine and become self-supporting.

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

A decoction is used to treat constipation. Fresh leaves used as a poultice for inflammations, ulcers, abscesses. Can be invasive. Fresh leaves are eaten as a delicacy in salads or cooked like spinach.

(French spinach) Ancient Greek and Roman spinach-like green, and still popular in France today. The tender young shoots can be boiled and buttered, creamed, added to quiches, or rolled up in crepes.