Properly dried and stored, the root powder will retain its potency for years. Maca has a reputation similar to ginseng (though not related botanically) for increasing memory, energy and stamina, and is popularly considered an aphrodisiac for both sexes.
It is a small tree with fragrant showy pink flowers in summer. (Silktree; He huan pi) Known as the “happiness tree”, its flowers and bark are used in China to mend “broken hearts” and to induce a feeling of contentment and happiness.
Borage, Calendula, Heartsease, Nasturtium, Citrus Marigold. Herbs with edible flowers to add to salads, omelettes, desserts, and drinks. Feast for the eyes -- pleasing to the palate.
QUEDLINGBURGER is a taller variety, up to 50-60cm high. A truly delightful tea made from the dried leaves is our favourite anytime tea as it both stimulates the heart and calms the nerves.
Uses: Culinary/Medicinal/Beverage/Aromatic
Duration: Perennial
When to Sow: Spring/Late Summer/Early Fall/Anytime
Thought to have a carminative and anti-spasmodic effect, ajmud is traditionally used against intestinal upset, asthma and bronchitis. Native to India and cultivated extensively in southeast Asia as well, the seeds are similar to caraway.
The leaves are slightly bitter and salty at the same time. Though the greens are usually collected from the wild they are easy to grow. Now what is the connection with cappuccino? Even the older less tender leaves can be blanched a few seconds and added...
Growing Licorice is very beneficial to your garden. Its use is associated with longevity, mainly helping to relieve chronic gastric issues and respiratory symptoms. It is a tonic sweetener that is considered anti-inflammatory and expectorant while able...
Easy to grow in moist soil in full sun. Creamy white flowers set against a backdrop of green foliage makes this a very attractive ornamental herb for the garden. Indeed, the Royal Horticultural Society has honoured it with an Award of Garden Merit, and...
Leaves are used in salads, sandwiches and any dish where a garlic flavour is desirable. (Wild garlic; Bear garlic; Baerlauch) The fresh flowering herb is used to treat high blood pressure and hardening of the arteries.
Like woodruff, it has a sweet vanilla aroma that is released when dried or wilted. A tincture of its flowers in wine is said to give immediate relief from hayfever. Blooms July & August.
Variety typical of the Provence region of France. Ht. 50cm/20”. Despite the popularity of hybrid lavender among French growers, this original Provencal lavender, with its deep blue shades and its more refined fragrance, is still commonly grown.
Double and semi-double flowers in a wide colour range. A medicinal herb in China where it is used to clear obstructions in the throat. (Tou gu) Familiar garden annual. Flowers mixed with alum are used to paint fingernails.
Can be used wherever sage is used when a more subtle flavour is desired. Popular seasoning herb preferred over winter savory for its delicate flavour. Indispensable for its use in traditional Eastern Canadian dishes like potato stuffing.
Ht. 30-90 cm/1-3 ft.X5385 Promotes clear vision, and relieves swelling, soreness and redness of the eyes caused by liver inflammation. (Jue-ming-zi) Excellent laxative: safe and effective for chronic constipation.
Tender green leaves. Good summer green performing best in hot weather. Succulent leaves are popular in France for salads, cooked greens or in soups. Much improved over its wild relative.
Excellent cut or dried flower. The roots are anti-inflammatory and are used as a galactagogue -- an agent that increases milk flow in nursing mothers. Native of Tibet with showy masses of violet-blue globe-like flowers from July to August.
Ideal for dicing into salsas, slicing into salads or making the most succulent sauce you've ever tasted. Easy Sauce Tomato is a prolific roma-type tomato. Approximately 15 seeds per packet.
✓ Leave 24 in. to 36 in. between plants
✓ Resistant to verticillium wilt disease and fusarium wilt race I and II
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. These teardrop-shaped peppers from Brazil are the cutest little things, less than an inch in size.
Drugs derived from the tree are ringing up sales in excess of $1 billion. In traditional Chinese medicine it is used for the treatment of colds, psoriasis, cancers and leukemia of the liver, gallbladder and stomach.
Hardy in southwestern Ontario and coastal B.C. Boiled root decoction was once used to bathe irritated eyes. Source of yellow, gold and khaki dyes. Good hedge plant; has vigorous habit and withstands heavy clipping.
This high-output herb kit will have you running for the recipe books to find new uses for these classic favorites. Begin harvesting in three to four weeks and continue harvesting for four to five months.
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Includes seed pods, liquid nutrients and tending and harvesting guide: Yes
