Herb Seeds Vegetable Seeds For Sale In Massachusetts

They are also used externally in the form of poultices or ointments for the treatment of aches, pains, arthritis, and rheumatism, All parts of the plant are poisonous if used improperly, especially if ingested.

Elite variety for commericial production, rich in proazulene, a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. The proazulene add a distinctive blue colour to the essential oil. High yielding variety for medicinal use.

Wagner of the University of Munich, the leading European research group working on echinacea, suggest that is the correct name for the plant commonly traded in Europe as . Like , germination rates are often less than 40% and may benefit from pretreatments...

Sow direct in the garden in spring. The association between the dish and amaranth is so strong that the plant itself is often called “callaloo”. (Chinese spinach) Callaloo is a popular Caribbean dish made from different leafy plants depending on local...

Has highest oil content. COMMON biennial strain. Fresh leaves, used as a garnish, add flavour to vegetables. Produces seeds the second year. Anti-flatulent. Traditionally used in ryebread, buns and cakes, as well as in soups and stews.

Bitter fruits are used in Indian curries. Root is an expectorant; used in Ayurvedic medicine for for cough, asthma, chest pain. Also used for flatulence, sore throat, and toothache.

Germination best at 20-25C/70-80F. Fruits are used in Chinese medicine for fever, high blood pressure, insomnia, hepatitis and for sprains, swellings and bruises. (Cape jasmine; Zhi zi) Wonderfully scented white flowers used by the floral industry in...

Delicious stuffed like bell peppers with meat and rice and baked. (Vegetable gourd) Small 8cm/3in melons taste like a sweet winter squash.

Steamed or sauteed, and dressed with lemon and oil, it is commonly served with fish. Best sown outdoors as soon as the ground can be worked in spring. (Roscano; Barba di Frate) Traditional seasonal vegetable from Italy, now trendy in high end restaurants...

Old garden favourite. Sweet-scented, deep violet flowers are candied as decoration for puddings, cakes and ice cream. Important source of perfume.

Their addictive strong garlic-like odour and onion flavour are driving a wave of popularity among top chefs. (Wood leek; Wild onion; Ramps) Wild leeks -- also known as ramps or wild onions -- are a prized woodland delicacy in eastern North America.

Set against its soft aromatic fern-like green leaves are masses of bright blue lavender flowers. Lovely ornamental lavender grown as an annual in flowerbeds, planters, and baskets.

Said to improve circulation and blood, thereby strengthening the brain and memory. Main value is a tonic, particularly for the digestive system.

(Red endive) Grows like Belgian endive. Rootstocks produce compact rounded heads of purplish red foliage when being forced after fall harvest of roots. The red colour, crisp, crunchy texture, and slightly bitter taste add distinction to any green salad.

Ht. 60cm/24”. However, ‘Crackerjack', a non-hybrid variety, is rich in lutein, a compound that studies suggest may improve visual acuity in patients with retinal degeneration. When added to chicken feed, lutein-rich marigold flowers help make egg...

The flavour is fruity and smokey, and while they have some heat, the pickled fruits are perfect for those who do not like their chiles to start a fire. When covered in orange and red fruits, the plants can be very pretty for the patio.

Suited for bulk herb field production. Proven effective against herpes. We urge everyone to try it. QUEDLINGBURGER is a taller variety, up to 50-60cm high. Fresh chopped leaves are also interesting in salads, soups and stews.

Most popular everlasting; long cherished for wide colour range: crimson, salmon, rose, brown, yellow, and white.

Excellent stuffed or stir fried. (Foo gwa; Bitter gourd) Squash-like fruit with an agreeably bitter, tangy flavour and edible peel. Grows like cucumbers. For stir fried dishes, parboil for 3 minutes to reduce bitterness.

(Butterfly weed) Bright orange-red flowers are worthy of attention as an ornamental. Roots act specifically on the lungs as an expectorant and anti-inflammatory. Valuable for all chest complaints, including pleurisy.

Small tree or shrub with narrow bright-green leaves. Can be applied directly on sensitive tissues without irritation. Worldwide demand for the antiseptic oil distilled from the leaves has exploded over the past decade.

Requires well-drained soil but prefers low fertility. Strong pungent fragrance. Long-lived shrubby perennial with blue-grey leaves with a silver cast. Very tolerant of drought and a good plant for xeriscaping.

Aromatic leaves are used to season soups and stews, and like parsley they can be used as a garnish. Outstanding curled leaf variety from Holland that is both ornamental and delicious to use in the kitchen like parsley.

Coffee substitute costing pennies a pound. Large roots, roasted and ground, can be adulterated with your favourite brand or enjoyed alone as a nourishing caffeine-free drink. Roasting directions included with each order.

An improved, more aromatic selection similar to ‘Citronella'.

Papery daisy-like blossoms, over 100 to a plant, in shades of pink, rose, red, purple and white.

Difficult to germinate; may take two years. Bears edible fruits (pears) having pleasant, sweet, somewhat acid taste. May be eaten raw or dried, first discarding thick skins and seeds.